The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Cognac
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Cognac is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Cognac will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nantes for Cognac on Fri, May 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:59 PM4h25Nantes6:24 PMCognac$581One-way0 transfers
2:59 PM4h25Nantes7:24 PMCognac$621One-way0 transfers
2:59 PM4h25Nantes7:24 PMCognac$621One-way0 transfers
1:59 PM4h25Nantes6:24 PMCognac$581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nantes to Cognac
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Cognac among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 119 miles (193 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Cognac:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Cognac costing on average $81 (€65).
Other travel options to Cognac take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 14m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€65) compared to roughly $69 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.28 (€-9.86). The journey takes 3h 14m versus 2h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Nantes to Cognac train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Cognac trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:59 PM Nantes | 4h25 | 6:24 PM Cognac | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:59 PM Nantes | 4h25 | 7:24 PM Cognac | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Cognac
Trains from Nantes to Cognac run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (193 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 119 miles (193 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Cognac trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Cognac from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Cognac
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes to Cognac by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cognac, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Cognac
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Chai
- La Belle Époque
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel François Premier
- Ibis Cognac
- Located in the main hall
- 140 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi services available outside the station
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