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How to get from Paris to Le Havre

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FASTEST
2h 25min
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9€
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Distance
178 km
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Checked offer from Paris to Le Havre: Bus, about 2h 25min – 3h 10min, from €9. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 12, 2026): FlixBus, Blablacar Bus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver; main departure point: Paris Bercy Seine.

Distance: 178 km. Data updated on .

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2h 25min – 3h 10min
9 – 10 €
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🚌 Departure from Paris
📍Departure is from a coach station or long-distance bus stop in Paris. The exact location is shown on your e-ticket and may vary by company. Check it before you leave and keep your ticket on your phone, along with an ID document.
🚇Get to the departure point by metro, RER or city bus from central Paris: enter the exact address from your ticket into your transport app. A taxi or ride-hailing car is handy with luggage or late in the evening.
⏰Several departures run throughout the day, from morning to evening depending on the company. Check up-to-date times when booking and pick a departure that leaves you a buffer before the last bus.
💸 Transport from 9€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 2h 25min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 12, 2026 for a departure on December 3, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
Blablacar Bus Bus Paris Bercy Seine €9 2
FlixBus Bus Paris Bercy Seine €9 3
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver Van / transfer €348 2
Borel Royal Transfert Van / transfer €402 1
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Practical tips

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Compare before you choose

Don't assume the train or the bus is automatically the better choice. Check the table on this page, compare price and duration for your date, then choose based on what matters most to you.

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Check the exact departure point

Paris has several coach stations and stops. Open your e-ticket, find the precise departure address and enter it in your transport app so you don't end up at the wrong place.

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Confirm the arrival stop

In Le Havre, check where the bus drops you off before you leave, especially if your accommodation or connection is far away. The arrival stop is shown on your ticket and in your booking confirmation.

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Book in advance

The best fares go first, especially on Fridays, Sundays and the eve of holidays. Book as soon as your dates are set to keep a choice of times and avoid last-minute fares.

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Leave a margin for your return

For the return trip, avoid aiming for the very last departure of the day. If you have a connection in Paris, allow a comfortable buffer and keep your e-ticket accessible offline on your phone.

The journey experience

Paris to Le Havre is the kind of trip where you immediately wonder: bus, train or something else? When budget matters, the long-distance bus is the first option to look at: simple, affordable and hassle-free for reaching the Normandy coast. The page shows up-to-date durations and price ranges side by side, so you can compare without doing the maths.

The bus offers comfortable seats, space for luggage in the hold, often power sockets and wifi depending on the company, and an e-ticket to show on your phone. Departures are spread throughout the day, which gives you flexibility for a weekend away or a trip home to family. Depending on your dates and budget, it can be worth comparing other modes before you book.

To travel with peace of mind, book ahead, check your ticket for the exact departure point and arrival stop, and arrive a little early. Also check when booking whether the trip is direct or involves a change, especially for the last departure of the day. That way you'll know exactly where to go and what to expect.

Frequently asked questions — Paris → Le Havre

Why visit Le Havre?

  • ✓ Stroll through the city centre rebuilt by Auguste Perret, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and climb the bell tower of Saint-Joseph's Church
  • ✓ Visit the MuMa, the André Malraux modern art museum facing the sea, rich in Impressionist works (Monet, Boudin, Dufy)
  • ✓ Discover Oscar Niemeyer's "Le Volcan" and the Perret show apartment to understand concrete architecture
  • ✓ Walk along the pebble beach and seafront to the jetty, then enjoy fresh fish at the Halles Centrales market
  • ✓ Explore the Saint-François district, the Hanging Gardens of the Sainte-Adresse fort, and take a boat trip to Honfleur
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Recommended stay
1 to 3 nights — enough for the Perret centre, the MuMa and a day trip to Étretat or Honfleur

When to visit Le Havre?

TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE

May to September — mild temperatures, long days and less frequent rain to enjoy the seafront

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What to do in Le Havre?

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Perret's UNESCO-listed rebuilt centre
Rebuilt after 1945 by Auguste Perret, the concrete city centre has been UNESCO-listed since 2005. Walk Avenue Foch, the town hall and Saint-Joseph church. Tip: visit the Perret show apartment (around 5€) and climb Saint-Joseph's 63 m tower for beautiful morning light.
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Saint-Joseph Church lantern tower
A Perret masterpiece, this 107 m tower floods the interior with coloured stained glass by Marguerite Huré. Free entry. Come late morning when sunlight streams through the 12,768 glass panes for a stunning effect. Avoid mass times to fully enjoy the space.
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MuMa, André Malraux Modern Art Museum
Facing the sea, this glass-and-steel museum holds France's second-largest Impressionist collection after Orsay: Monet, Boudin, Pissarro, Dufy. Entry around 7€, free on the first Sunday of the month. Closed Tuesdays. Allow two hours and enjoy the terrace overlooking the estuary.
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Beach and seafront promenade
The pebble beach stretches over 2 km, lined by a promenade and colourful beach huts. Best at sunset, with container ships entering the port as a backdrop. Tip: check tide times, as swimming is discouraged at low tide. Free.
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Hanging Gardens at the Fort
Set in a 19th-century fort overlooking the city, these themed gardens offer panoramas of the port and estuary. Entry around 6€. Reach them by bus or on foot from the centre (about 30 minutes). The greenhouse is a good refuge on rainy days.
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Saint-François old quarter
The last old quarter spared by wartime bombing, this district of cobbled lanes centres on the Bassin du Commerce. Wander past half-timbered houses, art galleries and small restaurants. Tip: lunch locally for mussels or the daily fish, set menus from 15€.
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Local market and fresh seafood
The central Halles, a Perret work, offer fish, brown shrimp, Norman cheese and cider. Open Tuesday to Sunday, mornings are best. Tip: try grilled mackerel or whelks with mayonnaise for under 10€.
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Espadon Submarine and Port Vauban
Moored in the basin, the Espadon submarine can be visited for around 12€. It's part of Port Vauban, which also hosts small cruises. Tip: book ahead in summer and wear flat shoes, as the passages are narrow.

How long to visit Le Havre?

1 to 3 days

Plan 2 days to see Le Havre properly: the first for the Auguste Perret-designed city centre (UNESCO-listed), Saint-Joseph church, the MuMa museum and the pebble beach, the second for Sainte-Adresse, the hanging gardens of the fort and the port. With only one day, stick to the Perret centre, the seafront and lunch by the docks. Pack a windbreaker even in summer, and add a third day if you want to visit Étretat or Honfleur.

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