Visiting Harfleur (Seine-Maritime): What to see, when to go, and how to get there

Why visit Harfleur?

Harfleur is perfect for a day trip, whether departing from Rouen or Paris. Here is what to see, when to visit, and how to organise your trip without wasting hours on connections.

Harfleur, formerly a major port of the kingdom before Le Havre, retains a remarkable Gothic spire. Located five minutes from Le Havre, the town tells a thousand-year-old maritime history.

Located in the Seine-Maritime department, about 195 km from Paris and 88 km from Rouen, Harfleur is suitable for both a day trip and a weekend break. Once you arrive, the town is easy to explore on foot: it is the outward journey and the return trip in the evening that require planning.

Must-sees in Harfleur

• 1. Saint-Martin bell tower
• 2. Prieuré Museum
• 3. The banks of the Lézarde

The best time to visit: The Lézarde Medieval Festival.

A day in Harfleur, hour by hour

Getting to Harfleur without a car: what is actually available

Harfleur is not served by any direct rail line. Travellers without a car rely on regional buses, the schedules of which are set based on local needs rather than Parisian trains or flight times. A car with a private driver removes this final hurdle: you leave at the time you choose and arrive right at the door, luggage included.

Prices start from 245 € in a sedan to Paris, 300 € in a 7-seater van. The price is fixed and shared between all passengers in the vehicle: for three or four people, comparing this with train tickets and a taxi for the final leg of the journey works out largely in our favour.

How to get to Harfleur — and back

Harfleur is located about 195 km from Paris and 88 km from Rouen, which is a 2-hour 5-minute drive from the capital. In a private car with a driver, the journey is direct, from your address to your hotel, starting from 245 € for a sedan and 300 € for a 7-seater van, for the entire vehicle.

To airports from Harfleur, expect to pay 270 € for Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle and 265 € for Orly. On your return, the driver will welcome you in the arrival hall with a sign and track your flight in real time.

• Harfleur → Paris Shuttle
• Harfleur → Roissy CDG Shuttle
• Harfleur → Orly Shuttle

Good to know before you leave

• Bring comfortable shoes: the town centre is best visited on foot.
• Book your visits and tables in advance during high season.
• Parking is often busy at the weekend: being dropped off saves you from driving around for half an hour.
• The Norman climate changes quickly: a windbreaker is often warmer than an umbrella against the sea breeze.
• The last trains leave early: check the return time before booking dinner.

Municipalities served around Harfleur

We do not just stop in the centre of Harfleur: hotels, holiday cottages, reception halls, companies, and surrounding villages are served at the same mileage rate. Here are the most popular nearby destinations, each with its own dedicated page.

• Montivilliers → Paris Shuttle — Seine-Maritime, about 3 km from Harfleur. What to see in Montivilliers
• Le Havre → Paris Shuttle — Seine-Maritime, about 2 km from Harfleur. What to see in Le Havre
• Étretat → Paris Shuttle — Seine-Maritime, about 2 km from Harfleur. What to see in Étretat
• Fécamp → Paris Shuttle — Seine-Maritime, about 13 km from Harfleur. What to see in Fécamp
• Veules-les-Roses → Paris Shuttle — Seine-Maritime, about 13 km from Harfleur. What to see in Veules-les-Roses
• Le Tréport → Paris Shuttle — Seine-Maritime, about 12 km from Harfleur. What to see in Le Tréport

Taxi, VTC, or private shuttle in Harfleur?

Many travellers look for a “Harfleur taxi” when what they really need is a price known in advance. The difference is simple: a taxi starts the meter and the amount depends on traffic; a VTC service like Navette Privée announces the rate at the time of booking and does not change it, even in the event of traffic jams or a delayed flight.

• Harfleur Taxi: convenient for a short trip in town, variable price, advance booking rarely guaranteed.
• Harfleur VTC: booking at the chosen time, known driver, confirmed vehicle, fixed rate.
• Harfleur Airport Shuttle: 270 € to Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle, 265 € to Orly, 245 € to central Paris in a sedan, tolls and luggage included.

For an early morning departure, a late-night return, or a Harfleur to Paris trip with luggage, a private shuttle is often cheaper than a metered taxi, and always less stressful than a train with connections. Call 06 88 14 67 82 or request your quote online: you will receive a response in a few minutes.