Transport
Getting There
| By Train | By Airplane | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| From | Via | Time | Time | Time |
| Calais | A16 and then A28 | 4 hours | via Paris between 3:30 and 4 hours | Not possible |
| Paris | The A11 takes you all the way | 2:15 hours | TGV gare Montparnasse 1 hour | Not possible |
| Dieppe | A151 then A28 | 2:45 hours | Via Rouen and/or Paris 4 to 6 hours | Not possible |
| Le Havre | A131, A29 then A28 | 2:30 hours | Via Rouen and/or Paris 4 to 6 hours | Not possible |
| Cherbourg | N13, A88 then A28 | 2:50 hours | via Caen, 3 to 4 hours | Not possible |
| Marseilles | A7, A72, A71, A85 and A28 | 8:30 hours | via Paris: 5:30 hours | Not possible |
Air: There is no airport with flights from within France or Europe.
Bus: There are several long distance bus operators going to this city from different cities in France (and Europe). Click on one of the links below to see which departure city is covered.
Flixbus
Ouibus
Getting Around Le Mans
Le Mans has a pretty good public transportation system with buses and trams. Visiting the old city is done on foot, but anything outside, particularly the circuit, you will need transportation.
Restaurants
As you would expect anywhere in France, there are many restaurants in Le Mans. There are about 250 restaurants, most located in the old city or close to it. Most of the restaurants are classical French style, but you will find other ethnic style foods.
Most restaurants are moderately priced.
Hotels
Le Mans is quite popular, particularly when the races are on, so you’ll find a good selection of hotels and other accommodations available in the city. Prices can soar during race weekend, so do watch out.
Things To See/Things To Do
- The Bugatti circuit
- The Bugatti Circuit 24 Hours of Le Mans museum
- See the City Hall (“palais royal Plantagenêt” and its gardens)
- Saint-Julien cathedral
- Walk the fortified walls
- Walk the old town, take in the sights
- The Tourist Office is worth a visit