Taxi Caen → Ouistreham
Your Caen → Ouistreham transfer at €30–€35. 15 km via the D515.
A taxi between Caen and Ouistreham costs between €30 and €35 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 15 kilometres and a journey time of from 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes D515, with no tolls. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €50. 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
15 km
Duration
20 min
Estimated price
€30–€35
Availability
24/7
Ouistreham is the maritime port of the Caen conurbation, the departure and arrival point for Brittany Ferries services connecting Normandy to Portsmouth, England (6h crossing or 3h45 by Normandie Express). The town is also a key D-Day memorial site: it was on Ouistreham-Riva Bella beach, codenamed Sword Beach, that Franco-British commandos under Commandant Kieffer landed at dawn on 6 June 1944. The Atlantic Wall Museum, housed in a 17-metre-tall former German bunker (the Grand Bunker), recounts this history across five immersive floors. The Ouistreham lighthouse (171 steps) offers an exceptional panorama over the Orne bay. The Riva-Bella seaside resort, with its long sandy beach, casino and seafood restaurants, is a favourite destination for Caen families. The Caen — Ouistreham taxi is the most frequent route in the area, used by ferry passengers, D-Day tourists and summer visitors.
Route
Route Caen → Ouistreham
Your driver takes the D515 (avenue de la Côte de Nacre) north from Caen centre. The road crosses residential Hérouville-Saint-Clair and Bénouville. At Bénouville, you pass the famous Pegasus Bridge (seized by British paratroopers on the night of 5-6 June 1944) — the original bridge is exhibited at the adjacent Pegasus Memorial. The D515 crosses the Caen-to-sea canal then follows the Orne estuary. Arrival at Ouistreham reveals the ferry port and Riva-Bella beach. Entirely toll-free. Allow 20 minutes normally, 30 minutes at ferry departure/arrival times.
Main route: D515 — no tolls
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Caen → Ouistreham
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Caen → Ouistreham route
If catching the ferry to England, arrive at the terminal at least 1h before boarding (90 min in summer). The Grand Bunker — Atlantic Wall Museum (€8) is a gripping 5-storey visit in a real blockhouse. The Ouistreham lighthouse (€3, 171 steps) offers splendid views. Pegasus Bridge (en route, at Bénouville) deserves a stop: the Pegasus Memorial (€8) recounts the audacious airborne coup. Riva-Bella beach is supervised in summer with seaside restaurants. The Ouistreham casino is open daily.
Tolls: no tolls
Pricing
Taxi fare Caen → Ouistreham
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€30–€35
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€35–€40
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€33–€39
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Caen to Ouistreham?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The T1 tramway from Caen takes about 40 minutes for €1.70, but doesn't directly serve the ferry terminal (15 min walk with luggage). The TaxiNeo taxi at €30–€35 is direct door-to-door in 20 minutes. For ferry passengers with luggage, the taxi is the most practical option. For 2-3 passengers (€8-18/person), very reasonable.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€30–€35
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€50
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Caen → Ouistreham
How much is the taxi Caen → Ouistreham?
€30–€35. Fixed fare, no luggage surcharge. The Caen — Ouistreham route covers about 15 km by road. Allow 20 minutes in light traffic and up to 30 minutes at peak hours. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €50. The usual route takes D515.
On the Caen — Ouistreham route, does the taxi drop at the ferry terminal?
Yes, your driver drops you directly at the Brittany Ferries terminal. Allow 20 minutes in light traffic and up to 30 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €30 to €35, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €50.
On the Caen — Ouistreham route, can I book a taxi for the ferry arrival?
Yes, provide the ferry arrival time. Your driver waits at the terminal, even if delayed. The price booked in advance ranges from €30 to €35, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €50. The usual route takes D515. Expect no tolls on this route.
On the Caen — Ouistreham route, tolls?
No, the D515 route is entirely toll-free. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €50. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up. The driver tracks your flight or train and adjusts the pick-up time if it is delayed.
On the Caen — Ouistreham route, can the taxi stop at Pegasus Bridge?
Yes, Pegasus Bridge is on the route at Bénouville. Photo stop or memorial visit possible. The usual route takes D515. Expect no tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up. The driver tracks your flight or train and adjusts the pick-up time if it is delayed.
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