Etretat shuttle from Le Havre or Honfleur cruise terminal

Walk straight from the shuttle to the white chalk cliffs without arranging a car

A shared shuttle service runs hourly from Le Havre or Honfleur cruise terminals to Etretat, dropping you steps from the village and the famous white cliffs. You choose your return time from scheduled shuttles throughout the day, and the service tracks your ship in real time to guarantee you board on schedule. The 45-minute drive each way fits inside a port call, and you pay one price per seat.

The experience

The shuttle picks you up at your cruise terminal (Le Havre or Honfleur, depending on where your ship docks), and runs on fixed departures at 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 and 11:00. You arrive at the Etretat Tourist Office, a short walk from the beach, the village and the base of the cliffs. The vehicle is air-conditioned and holds a small group, so the ride stays comfortable even on a warm day.

Once you're there, the time is yours. Walk the beach, climb toward the arches, explore the village or sit at a café. There's no guide, no schedule, no group to keep pace with. Return shuttles leave on the same hourly schedule, and you pick whichever one suits how long you want to stay. Just arrive 10 minutes early at the same meeting point. The service tracks your ship's position in real time, so if your departure is delayed, the shuttle knows it. If you're cutting it close, the operator coordinates with the terminal to make sure you don't miss boarding.

Keep your outbound ticket for the return. It's valid all day. If you're traveling with an infant, specialized seats are available. The terminal and vehicle are wheelchair accessible, and service animals are welcome.

What’s included

• Pickup at your cruise terminal (Le Havre or Honfleur).
• round-trip shuttle service with hourly departures.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• real-time ship tracking to guarantee on-time return.

Options for this experience

2 options

Option 109:00 and 10:30

Option 27 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:00

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:00

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Y GO SHUTTLE

Is this one for you?Choose this if you're docking in Le Havre or Honfleur and want to see the Etretat cliffs without renting a car or booking a guide. The hourly schedule means you control how long you spend there, and the terminal pickup saves you the walk to find transport.

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Top questions

How much time do I actually have in Etretat if I take the 9:00 shuttle?

The 9:00 departure gets you to Etretat around 9:45. If you return on the 2:00 shuttle, you have roughly four hours on the ground. The exact window depends on your ship's schedule and how close to departure you're comfortable cutting it, but the hourly returns give you flexibility to stay longer or come back earlier.

What if my ship is delayed and I miss my scheduled return shuttle?

The service monitors your ship's arrival and departure in real time. If your vessel is running late, the operator knows it and coordinates accordingly. Contact the coordination center listed on your ticket if you're concerned, for Europe, that's [phone]. For the US, [phone], and they'll make sure you get back in time to board.

Where exactly does the shuttle drop me in Etretat?

You're dropped at the Etretat Tourist Office, which sits a few minutes' walk from the village center, the beach and the base of the white chalk cliffs. From there, everything is on foot.

Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair on the shuttle?

Yes. The vehicle and all areas are wheelchair accessible, and infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller. Service animals are also welcome.

Do I need to book a return shuttle in advance, or can I decide when I get there?

You choose your return time at checkout (either Le Havre or Honfleur, depending on your terminal), and your ticket is valid for that entire day. You can board any of the scheduled return shuttles, as long as you arrive at least 10 minutes before departure. Seats are subject to availability, but the hourly schedule gives you options.