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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Cognac is to bus which costs €55 - €100 and takes 14h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Cognac is to fly and train which takes 5h 37m and costs €65 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Cognac?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta via Bordeaux and Angouleme-Gare Sncf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Cognac?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Cognac via Marne La Vallee Chessy and Angouleme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Geneva to Cognac?

The distance between Geneva and Cognac is 1013 km. The road distance is 626 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Cognac without a car is to train via Lagny-sur-Marne which takes 8h 33m and costs €250 - €700.

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

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Geneva to Cognac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Cognac bus from?

Geneva to Cognac bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Cognac train from?

Geneva to Cognac train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Cognac?

The best way to get from Geneva to Cognac is to train via Lagny-sur-Marne which takes 8h 33m and costs €250 - €700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €100 and takes 14h 15m.

Where does the Geneva to Cognac bus arrive?

Geneva to Cognac bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux station.

Where does the Geneva to Cognac train arrive?

Geneva to Cognac train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy TGV station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Cognac?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Cognac is 626 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Geneva to Cognac.

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

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Where can I stay near Cognac?

There are 248+ hotels available in Cognac.

Geneva to Cognac - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Geneva to Cognac by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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

Train via Lagny-sur-Marne
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy TGVtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Marne La Vallee Chessy to Angoulemetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Angouleme to Cognactrain Ter
8h 33m
€254–667
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Bordeauxbus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Angoulêmebus
3. Take the bus from Angouleme-Gare Sncf to Cognac-Cognac Place Gambettabus 160
14h 15m
€59–98
Drive 626 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Cognaccar 626 km
6h 44m
€108–156
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Angoulemetrain
3. Take the train from Angouleme to Cognactrain
5h 37m
€67–208
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Pierre-des-Corpstrain Ter
3. Take the train from St Pierre Des Corps to Angoulemetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Angouleme to Cognactrain Ter
12h 43m
€144–350
Bus via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Angoulême - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Angouleme-Gare Sncf to Cognac-Cognac Place Gambettabus 160
14h 25m
€60–108
Fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane GVA - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saintestrain
6h 57m
€83–260

Geneva to Cognac by train

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8h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,013.5 km
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Cognac, France?

You can take a train from Genève to Cognac via Marne-la-Vallée-Chessy TGV, Marne La Vallee Chessy, and Angouleme in around 8h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva to Cognac-Cognac Place Gambetta via Bordeaux, Angoulême, and Angouleme-Gare Sncf in around 14h 15m.

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