Travelling from Marseille to Saint-Étienne by train

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

The fastest trains from Marseille to Saint-Étienne take around 2 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 251 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Marseille is scheduled to depart at around  05:58. The last departure is usually at around 20:18. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 60 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £41.04.

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 Marseille to Saint-Étienne?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Marseille 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 Marseille to Saint-Étienne?

The Marseille to Saint-Étienne train travel takes about 2 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Saint-Étienne leaving Marseille at around 05:58 and the last train leaving at around 20:18. This is the same at the weekend.