What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac is to bus which costs €75 - €130 and takes 15h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

The fastest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac is to fly and train which takes 5h 14m and costs €90 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Cognac?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Aeropuerto T4 and arriving at Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta via Madrid, Avenida de América, San Sebastián - Bus Station and Angouleme-Gare Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Cognac?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Aeropuerto T4 and arriving at Cognac via Madrid Chamartín, Irun, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean and Saintes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 58m.

How far is it from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

The distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Cognac is 735 km. The road distance is 785.4 km.

How do I travel from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac without a car is to train which takes 13h 58m and costs €130 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac bus from?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac train from?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac is to train which takes 13h 58m and costs €130 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €130 and takes 15h 16m.

Where does the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac bus arrive?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac train arrive?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Irun station.

Can I drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac is 785 km. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

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Where can I stay near Cognac?

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Can I share a ride from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac?

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Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac by plane, train, train (Renfe, TGV), bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MAD - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Angoulemetrain
3. Take the train from Angouleme to Cognactrain
5h 14m
€90–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Angoulême - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Angouleme-Gare Sncf to Cognac-Cognac Place Gambettabus 160
15h 16m
€77–124
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Iruntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Saintestrain Ter
13h 58m
€131–244
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid-MAD to Cognacrideshare 785.4 km
7h 52m
Drive 785.4 km
1. Drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognaccar 785.4 km
7h 52m
€123–178
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane MAD - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saintestrain
6h 57m
€109–283
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Ponstrain Ter
15h 47m
€90–161

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cognac by train and foot

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Distance: 734.5 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Madrid Airport (MAD), Spain and Cognac, France?

You can take a train from Madrid-Aeropuerto T4 to Cognac via Madrid Chamartín, Irun, Irun, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, and Saintes in around 13h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aeropuerto T4 to Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta via Madrid, Avenida de América, San Sebastián - Bus Station, and Angouleme-Gare Sncf in around 15h 16m.

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