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

The cheapest way to get from Cognac to Carnac is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cognac to Carnac is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Cognac and Carnac?

No, there is no direct bus from Cognac to Carnac. However, there are services departing from Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta and arriving at Illertissen via Gare Sncf, Gare Sncf, Niort and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

How far is it from Cognac to Carnac?

The distance between Cognac and Carnac is 454 km. The road distance is 366.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cognac to Carnac without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs €50 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Cognac to Carnac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cognac to Carnac bus from?

Cognac to Carnac bus services, operated by Charente - Réseau Interurbain 16, depart from Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta station.

Train or bus from Cognac to Carnac?

The best way to get from Cognac to Carnac is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs €50 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 9m.

Where does the Cognac to Carnac bus arrive?

Cognac to Carnac bus services, operated by Charente - Réseau Interurbain 16, arrive at Angouleme-Gare Sncf station.

Can I drive from Cognac to Carnac?

Yes, the driving distance between Cognac to Carnac is 367 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Cognac to Carnac.

Where can I stay near Carnac?

There are 56+ hotels available in Carnac.

Cognac to Carnac - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cognac to Carnac by train (TGV), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Saintes to Nantes591A / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to AurayTer
8h 5m
€53–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta to Angouleme-Gare Sncf160
2. Take the bus from Gare Sncf to Gare Routiere Quai 2148
3. Take the bus from Niort to Auray761
12h 9m
Drive 366.5 km
1. Drive from Cognac to Carnac366.5 km
4h 5m
€57–83

Cognac to Carnac by train and bus

36Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 454.2 km
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Cognac, France and Carnac, Bretagne, France?

You can take a train from Cognac to Illertissen via Saintes, Nantes, Auray, and Gare Routière in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta to Illertissen via Gare Sncf, Gare Sncf, Pied De Fond, Niort, and Gare Routière in around 12h 9m.

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