How far is Caen from Paris?

Caen is about 235 km (146 mi) to the northwest of Paris. The trip is roughly two to two and a half hours, depending on how you travel.

If you drive, you will mostly take the A13 autoroute. It is a solid road, and there are tolls on the way. If you use public transport, you can take direct Intercités trains from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare. They get you to Caen station in around two hours, so it is a handy option for people going to Normandy.