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

The journey between Valence and Saint-Étienne usually involves 8 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Valence to Saint-Étienne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Valence to Saint-Étienne train travel takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Saint-Étienne leaving Valence at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 21:13.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Valence at around 06:29, with the final departure at 21:40.

Valence to Saint-Étienne by train

First train

05:40
Last train

21:40

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

1hr 28m

Distance

68 kilometres
Trains per day

32

Avg. journey time

2hr 21m
Train operators

Taking the train from Valence to Saint-Étienne

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Train cost between Valence and Saint-Étienne: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$41.00, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

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Train schedule for travel between Valence and Saint-Étienne

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 32 trains make this journey of 68 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Valence is at 05:40 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:13.

During the weekend, 06:29 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:40 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 19 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Valence to Saint-Étienne?

On this route spanning 68 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 28 minutes.

Booking Valence to Saint-Étienne trains in advance

Booking your Valence to Saint-Étienne tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Learn even more about travelling from Valence to Saint-Étienne by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Saint-Étienne.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Valence to Saint-Étienne?

The total distance between Valence and Saint-Étienne is 68 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Valence to Saint-Étienne?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$41.00. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Valence to Saint-Étienne?

Tickets for travel between Valence to Saint-Étienne are available 5 months before departure.

How long does it take to get from Valence to Saint-Étienne?

The fastest journey on this route takes 1 hour and 28 minutes.

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