The average train between Bilbao and Cognac takes 12h 55m and the fastest train takes 9h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Bilbao to Cognac. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bilbao and Cognac. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bilbao is at 7:58 PM which arrives into Cognac at 2:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Amara-Donostia and take an average of 12h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bilbao to Cognac? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Bilbao station and arriving at Cognac station via Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.
Bilbao to Cognac train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
Bilbao to Cognac train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Saintes station.
The distance between Bilbao and Cognac is 340 km. The road distance is 508 km.
You can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Cognac via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, and Saintes in around 9h 36m.