The average train between Cognac and Vannes takes 10h 15m and the fastest train takes 6h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Cognac to Vannes. 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 3 times a day between Cognac and Vannes. The earliest departure is at 7:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cognac is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Vannes at 1:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Saintes and take an average of 10h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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13h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cognac to Vannes? 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 Cognac to Vannes. However, there are services departing from Cognac station and arriving at Vannes station via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.
Cognac to Vannes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Saintes station.
Cognac to Vannes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Vannes station.
Book your Cognac to Vannes train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Cognac and Vannes is 286.4 km. The road distance is 413 km.
You can take a train from Cognac to Vannes via Saintes and Nantes in around 6h 28m.