The average train between Santander and Cognac takes 18h 50m and the fastest train takes 12h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander 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 3 times a day between Santander and Cognac. The earliest departure is at 7:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Cognac at 3:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 18h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Santander 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 Santander to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Cognac station via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.
Santander to Cognac train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Cognac train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Cognac station.
The distance between Santander and Cognac is 370.5 km. The road distance is 660 km.
You can take a train from Santander to Cognac via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, and Angouleme in around 12h 32m.