Nice to Saint-Étienne train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Nice to Saint-Étienne take around 5 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 298 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Nice is scheduled to depart at around  05:41. The last departure is usually at around 19:16. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$243.09.

We think any time is a great time to visit Saint-Étienne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Saint-Étienne.

Is there a direct train from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

The journey between Nice and Saint-Étienne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Nice to Saint-Étienne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

The Nice to Saint-Étienne train travel takes about 5 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Nice to Saint-Étienne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Saint-Étienne leaving Nice at around 05:41 and the last train leaving at around 19:16. This is the same at the weekend.