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

The cheapest way to get from Rennes to Cognac is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rennes to Cognac is to drive which takes 4h and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Rennes and Cognac?

No, there is no direct bus from Rennes station to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Rennes - Bus Station and arriving at Cognac via La Rochelle Ville and Saintes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Rennes and Cognac?

No, there is no direct train from Rennes to Cognac. However, there are services departing from Rennes and arriving at Cognac via Nantes and Saintes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Rennes to Cognac?

The distance between Rennes and Cognac is 427 km. The road distance is 327.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rennes to Cognac without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Rennes to Cognac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Cognac bus from?

Rennes to Cognac bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rennes - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rennes to Cognac train from?

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

Train or bus from Rennes to Cognac?

The best way to get from Rennes to Cognac is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Rennes to Cognac bus arrive?

Rennes to Cognac bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Rennes to Cognac train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rennes to Cognac?

Yes, the driving distance between Rennes to Cognac is 327 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Rennes to Cognac.

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

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Where can I stay near Cognac?

There are 528+ hotels available in Cognac.

Can I share a ride from Rennes to Cognac?

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

Rennes to Cognac - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rennes to Cognac by train (TGV), bus, train, rideshare, 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 Rennes to Nantestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Nantes to Saintestrain 591A / ...
6h 13m
€45–137
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rennes to Cognacrideshare 327.3 km
4h 31m
€22
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rennes to Nantesbus 712 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes to Rochefortbus
3. Take the train from Rochefort to Cognactrain Ter
7h 17m
€24–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rennes - Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from La Rochelle Ville to Saintesbus Autocar
7h 50m
€31–62
Drive 327.3 km
1. Drive from Rennes to Cognaccar 327.3 km
4h
€50–72

Rennes to Cognac by train

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6h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 427.4 km
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Rennes to Cognac via Nantes and Saintes in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rennes - Bus Station to Cognac via La Rochelle - Bus Station, La Rochelle Ville, and Saintes in around 7h 50m.

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