The cheapest and fastest trains from Cognac to Paris
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cognac to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cognac to Paris will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cognac for Paris every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 405 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cognac to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cognac to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 405 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£70 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £183 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cognac to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Cognac to Paris trains for today, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L16 (864510)+ 8486 | On time 09:25 Gare de Cognac | 3h18 | 12:43 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
L16 (864540) · L17 (864470)+ 8378 | On time 10:19 Gare de Cognac | 5h35 | 15:54 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2 changes | |
L16 (864512)+ 8512 | On time 13:20 Gare de Cognac | 2h51 | 16:11 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
L16 (864530)+ 8488 | On time 15:18 Gare de Cognac | 3h12 | 18:30 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
L16 (864518)+ 8450 | On time 17:20 Gare de Cognac | 3h35 | 20:55 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:25 Cognac | 3h20 | 11:45 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cognac to Paris
Trains from Cognac to Paris run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 405 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 405 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 20:47 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Cognac to Paris trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Cognac and Paris from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cognac to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cognac to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cognac and Paris
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00.
- Brioche Dorée
- Dalloyau
- La Croissanterie
- The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
- Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
- OFF Paris Seine
- Hotel Devillas
- Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
- Metro lines: 5, 10
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
- Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
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