What is the cheapest way to get from Cognac to Nantes?

The cheapest way to get from Cognac to Nantes is to rideshare which costs €14 - €16 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cognac to Nantes?

The fastest way to get from Cognac to Nantes is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cognac and Nantes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cognac to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Cognac and arriving at Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub via Royan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cognac and Nantes?

No, there is no direct train from Cognac to Nantes. However, there are services departing from Cognac and arriving at Nantes via Saintes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Cognac to Nantes?

The distance between Cognac and Nantes is 278 km. The road distance is 226.7 km.

How do I travel from Cognac to Nantes without a car?

The best way to get from Cognac to Nantes without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €40 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Cognac to Nantes?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cognac to Nantes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cognac to Nantes bus from?

Cognac to Nantes bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Cognac station.

Where do I catch the Cognac to Nantes train from?

Cognac to Nantes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Saintes station.

Train or bus from Cognac to Nantes?

The best way to get from Cognac to Nantes is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €40 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Cognac to Nantes bus arrive?

Cognac to Nantes bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Royan station.

Where does the Cognac to Nantes train arrive?

Cognac to Nantes train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Nantes station.

Can I drive from Cognac to Nantes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cognac to Nantes is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Cognac to Nantes.

How do I get a train ticket from Cognac to Nantes?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cognac to Nantes?

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Where can I stay near Nantes?

There are 288+ hotels available in Nantes.

Can I share a ride from Cognac to Nantes?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cognac and Nantes. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cognac to Nantes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cognac to Nantes by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saintes to Nantestrain Intercités / ...
4h 2m
€45–94
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cognac to Nantesrideshare 227.2 km
3h 2m
€14–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cognac to Royanbus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Royan to Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hubbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 51m
€31–52
Drive 226.7 km
1. Drive from Cognac to Nantescar 226.7 km
2h 38m
€36–51

Cognac to Nantes by train

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Distance: 278.4 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Cognac, France and Nantes, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Saintes to Nantes every 2 hours. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cognac to Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub via Royan in around 5h 51m.

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