Taxi Caen → Cabourg
Your Caen → Cabourg transfer at €50–€60. 25 km via the D513.
A taxi between Caen and Cabourg costs between €50 and €60 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 25 kilometres and a journey time of from 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes D513 / D400, with no tolls. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €80. 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
25 km
Duration
25 min
Estimated price
€50–€60
Availability
24/7
Cabourg is inseparable from Marcel Proust, who stayed here every summer from 1907 to 1914 at the Grand Hôtel, a majestic Belle Époque palace facing the sea that inspired the 'Grand-Hôtel de Balbec' in In Search of Lost Time. The Promenade Marcel Proust runs 3.7 km along the fine sand beach — one of Normandy's longest — offering panoramic views over the mouth of the Dives and the Vaches Noires cliffs to the east. Cabourg is a singular town with its fan-shaped layout: all streets converge on the Grand Hôtel, designed as the resort's focal point by architect Bréasson in 1907. The Cabourg Romantic Film Festival (June) attracts film lovers in an intimate setting, far from the glamour of Cannes and Deauville. Cabourg racecourse hosts trotting races during summer. The neighbouring town of Dives-sur-Mer, across the Dives river, houses the Village Guillaume-le-Conquérant (crafts in the old medieval market hall) and the church of Notre-Dame where a carved list of William's companions who set out to conquer England in 1066 is preserved. A taxi from Caen is the fastest way to reach this small resort which has no direct railway station (the nearest is Dives-Cabourg, served by a few trains).
Route
Route Caen → Cabourg
From Caen, your driver takes the D513 northeast towards the coast. You cross Hérouville-Saint-Clair (a Caen suburb) then the coastal countryside, with the lower Dives marshes, a wetland rich in birdlife. You pass Merville-Franceville (famous for the German battery captured by British commandos on 6 June 1944) and follow the Côte Fleurie resorts. Arrival in Cabourg is via Boulevard des Anglais, facing the sea. Your driver drops you at the Grand Hôtel, on the promenade or at your rental. No tolls. The journey takes 25 minutes normally and can reach 40 minutes on summer Sundays when Caen residents flock to the beach.
Main route: D513 / D400 — no tolls
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Caen → Cabourg
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Caen → Cabourg route
The Grand Hôtel de Cabourg can be experienced by having tea or a cocktail at the panoramic sea-view bar — guaranteed Proustian atmosphere (expect €15-20 per drink). Cabourg beach is magnificent, fine sand, supervised in summer and ideal for families (gentle slope). The Romantic Film Festival (early June) features outdoor screenings on the beach — free and magical. Dives-sur-Mer market (Saturday mornings) in the medieval market hall is one of Normandy's finest. The Vaches Noires (fossiliferous cliffs between Cabourg and Villers-sur-Mer) are a remarkable geological site — walk at low tide to find ammonite fossils. Le Bouche à Oreille restaurant (Cabourg) serves inventive Norman cuisine at gentle prices.
Tolls: no tolls
Pricing
Taxi fare Caen → Cabourg
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€50–€60
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€57–€69
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€55–€66
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Caen to Cabourg?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
Twisto bus (line 10) connects Caen to Cabourg in 50 min for €2. Dives-Cabourg station is served by a few trains from Caen (30 min, €6) but frequency is low. The TaxiNeo taxi at €50–€60 offers direct door-to-door service in 25 min, ideal for families with beach gear, Proust enthusiasts and festival-goers. For 3-4 passengers, the cost (€9-17 per person) is unbeatable.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€50–€60
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€80
Ideal for families and groups
Villes desservies
See also
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Caen → Cabourg
On the Caen — Cabourg route, does the taxi drop me at the Grand Hôtel?
Yes, your driver drops you at the exact address: Grand Hôtel, Promenade Marcel Proust or any rental in Cabourg. The Caen — Cabourg route covers about 25 km by road. Allow 25 minutes in light traffic and up to 40 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €50 to €60, luggage included.
Is Cabourg accessible by train?
Dives-Cabourg station is served by a few trains from Caen (30 min) but frequency is low. A taxi is more practical. Allow 25 minutes in light traffic and up to 40 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €50 to €60, luggage included.
Can I combine Cabourg and Deauville?
Yes, the two resorts are 20 km apart (25 min). Our hourly hire allows you to visit both in a day. The price booked in advance ranges from €50 to €60, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €80. The usual route takes D513 / D400.
Are there tolls between Caen and Cabourg?
No, the journey is entirely on toll-free departmental roads. The TaxiNeo price is all-inclusive. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €80. The usual route takes D513 / D400. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
When is the best time for Cabourg?
June (Romantic Film Festival), July-August (beach and horse racing). Off-season, the deserted promenade has a uniquely Proustian charm. The usual route takes D513 / D400. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
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