Taxi Caen → Arromanches
Your Caen → Arromanches transfer at €60–€70. 30 km via the D516.
A taxi between Caen and Arromanches-les-Bains costs between €60 and €70 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 30 kilometres and a journey time of from 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes N13 then D516, with no tolls. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €95. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
30 km
Duration
30 min
Estimated price
€60–€70
Availability
24/7
Arromanches-les-Bains is one of the most moving sites in the history of the Normandy landings. On 6 June 1944, the Allies landed on Gold Beach, and in the following days assembled an artificial harbour of astonishing ingenuity — Mulberry Harbour B — directly in front of the village. This temporary port, made of Phoenix caissons (floating concrete blocks) and floating piers, enabled the unloading of 2.5 million soldiers, 500,000 vehicles and 4 million tonnes of supplies between June and October 1944. Today, the remains of the Phoenix caissons still emerge from the sea at low tide, a striking reminder of Allied logistical genius. The D-Day Museum (the first D-Day museum, opened in 1954) traces the design and construction of the harbour with models, archive films and a fascinating animated scale model. Arromanches 360 circular cinema projects an immersive film on the 100 days of the Battle of Normandy. Arromanches is the ideal starting point for exploring the D-Day beaches: Omaha Beach is 15 km west, Juno Beach 10 km east. A taxi from Caen is essential as Arromanches has no regular public transport.
Route
Route Caen → Arromanches-les-Bains
From Caen, your driver takes the N13 towards Bayeux for 20 km, then turns right onto the D516 heading north towards the coast. The D516 crosses the Bessin, a bocage landscape with stone farms and meadows. You pass through Créully (12th-century castle that served as BBC headquarters during the landings) then descend towards the coast. The arrival at Arromanches along the cliff offers a striking panorama of the bay and the Mulberry Harbour remains. Your driver drops you in the village centre, near the D-Day Museum. No tolls. The journey takes 30 minutes and can reach 45 minutes in peak tourist season (June, especially around 6 June for commemorations).
Main route: N13 then D516 — no tolls
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Caen → Arromanches-les-Bains
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Caen → Arromanches-les-Bains route
6 June is the date of D-Day commemorations — official ceremony, vintage military vehicle parade, paratrooper flypast. Book your taxi well in advance for this date. The D-Day Museum (€8.50) takes 1h30 — the animated Mulberry Harbour model is the star attraction. Arromanches 360 (€7, 20 min) is highly immersive — striking archive footage on a 360° circular screen. At low tide, walk down to the beach to approach the Phoenix caissons — some are the size of a 5-storey building. Parking is free but limited in summer (an advantage of taking a taxi). For a complete D-Day circuit by taxi, combine Arromanches, the Longues-sur-Mer Battery (4 km, intact German guns), the American Cemetery at Colleville (20 km) and Pointe du Hoc (25 km). Allow half a day.
Tolls: no tolls
Pricing
Taxi fare Caen → Arromanches-les-Bains
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€60–€70
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€69–€81
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€66–€77
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Caen to Arromanches-les-Bains?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
There is no regular public transport to Arromanches. A few tourist buses run in summer (Bayeux — Arromanches, 30 min, €5) but timetables are restrictive. The TaxiNeo taxi at €60–€70 is the only practical option from Caen, with the flexibility to continue to D-Day sites on hourly hire. For a complete circuit (Arromanches + Omaha + American Cemetery + Pointe du Hoc), allow €200-280 on half-day hire (4-5h), i.e. €50-70 per person for 4.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€60–€70
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€95
Ideal for families and groups
Villes desservies
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Caen → Arromanches-les-Bains
On the Caen — Arromanches-les-Bains route, can you still see the Mulberry Harbour remains?
Yes, the Phoenix caissons are still visible in the bay, especially at low tide. They are impressive — some are 60 metres long and 18 metres high. The Caen — Arromanches-les-Bains route covers about 30 km by road. Allow 30 minutes in light traffic and up to 45 minutes at peak hours.
On the Caen — Arromanches-les-Bains route, can the taxi take me on the full D-Day circuit?
Yes, on hourly hire. Typical circuit: Arromanches, Longues-sur-Mer Battery, American Cemetery at Colleville, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach. Half a day (4-5h). Allow 30 minutes in light traffic and up to 45 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €60 to €70, luggage included.
On the Caen — Arromanches-les-Bains route, are there 6 June commemorations?
Yes, every 6 June at Arromanches: official ceremonies, military parades, flypasts, evening fireworks. It is a very moving occasion but traffic is heavy. The price booked in advance ranges from €60 to €70, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €95.
On the Caen — Arromanches-les-Bains route, is there public transport to Arromanches?
Very little. A few tourist buses in summer from Bayeux. A taxi is the only practical means from Caen. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €95. The usual route takes N13 then D516. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
On the Caen — Arromanches-les-Bains route, how long does it take to visit Arromanches?
Allow 2-3h for the D-Day Museum, Arromanches 360 and a walk on the beach. Add 1h for the Longues-sur-Mer Battery (4 km). The usual route takes N13 then D516. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
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