The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Cognac
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Cognac is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Cognac will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Paris to Cognac you need to make at least one change.
8491+
L16 (864560)18:194h32Paris Gare Montparnasse22:51Gare de Cognac£611One-way1 change
8433+
L16 (864558)17:382h45Paris Gare Montparnasse20:23Gare de Cognac£611One-way1 change
8485+
L16 (864626)14:103h15Paris Gare Montparnasse17:25Gare de Cognac£771One-way1 change
8345 · 5240+
L16 (864560)18:254h26Paris Gare Montparnasse22:51Gare de Cognac£1111One-way2 changes
8377+
D17 (864473) · L16 (864516)12:164h15Paris Gare Montparnasse16:31Gare de Cognac£1181One-way2 changes
8433+
L16 (864558)17:382h45Paris Gare Montparnasse20:23Gare de Cognac£611One-way1 change
8485+
L16 (864626)14:103h15Paris Gare Montparnasse17:25Gare de Cognac£771One-way1 change
8377+
D17 (864473) · L16 (864516)12:164h15Paris Gare Montparnasse16:31Gare de Cognac£1181One-way2 changes
8345 · 5240+
L16 (864560)18:254h26Paris Gare Montparnasse22:51Gare de Cognac£1111One-way2 changes
8491+
L16 (864560)18:194h32Paris Gare Montparnasse22:51Gare de Cognac£611One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Paris to Cognac
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Cognac among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £58.
Distance: 405 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£62 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £154 Average Price |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m 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
Paris to Cognac train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Cognac trains for today, Sunday 3 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8491+ L16 (864560) | On time 18:19 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h32 | 22:51 Gare de Cognac | 1 change | |
8319 · 5240+ L16 (864560) | On time 18:25 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h26 | 22:51 Gare de Cognac | 2 changes | |
| Monday 4 May | |||||
8375+ L17 (864469) · L16 (864514) | 9:25 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h58 | 14:23 Gare de Cognac | 2 changes | |
8572+ L13 (865024) · L16 (864546) | 10:02 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 5h43 | 15:45 Gare de Cognac | 2 changes | |
8377+ D17 (864473) · L16 (864516) | 12:16 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h15 | 16:31 Gare de Cognac | 2 changes | |
8485+ L16 (864626) | 14:10 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h15 | 17:25 Gare de Cognac | 1 change | |
8433+ L16 (864558) | 17:38 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h45 | 20:23 Gare de Cognac | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Cognac
Trains from Paris to Cognac run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 405 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 405 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 20:47 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris to Cognac trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Paris and Cognac from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paris to Cognac train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Cognac
- 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
- 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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