What is the cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Cognac?

The cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Cognac is to line 151 bus and train which costs €18 - €40 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Cognac?

The fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Cognac is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Île de Ré and Cognac?

No, there is no direct bus from Île de Ré to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Sablanceaux and arriving at Saintes via La Rochelle.Porte Dauphine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Île de Ré to Cognac?

The distance between Île de Ré and Cognac is 115 km. The road distance is 118.3 km.

How do I travel from Île de Ré to Cognac without a car?

The best way to get from Île de Ré to Cognac without a car is to line 151 bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs €18 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Île de Ré to Cognac?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Île de Ré to Cognac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Île de Ré to Cognac bus from?

Île de Ré to Cognac bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from La Rochelle.Porte Dauphine station.

Where does the Île de Ré to Cognac bus arrive?

Île de Ré to Cognac bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Saintes station.

Can I drive from Île de Ré to Cognac?

Yes, the driving distance between Île de Ré to Cognac is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Île de Ré to Cognac.

Where can I stay near Cognac?

There are 601+ hotels available in Cognac.

Île de Ré to Cognac - 3 ways to travel via train, line 151 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Île de Ré to Cognac by bus, train, or car

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Line 151 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sablanceaux to Gare routièrebus 151 / ...
2. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Saintestrain Ter / ...
3h 14m
€18–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle.Porte Dauphine to Saintesbus Autocar
4h 41m
€22–35
Drive 118.3 km
1. Drive from La Flotte to Cognaccar 118.3 km
1h 35m
€19–27

Île de Ré to Cognac by bus, foot, and train

109Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Île de Ré, France and Cognac, France?

SNCF Bus operates a bus from La Rochelle.Porte Dauphine to Saintes twice daily. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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