The cheapest and fastest trains from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aix-en-Provence for Saint-Étienne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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 train, flight and coach for Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 228 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £283 Average Price |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:27 Aix-en-Provence | 4h18 | 22:45 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
![]() | 08:36 Aix-en-Provence | 2h35 | 11:11 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:50 Aix-en-Provence | 2h52 | 15:42 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne
Trains from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 228 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 20:27 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Aix-en-Provence and Saint-Étienne from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aix-en-Provence to Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aix-en-Provence and Saint-Étienne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Avenue Victor Hugo.
- Le Formal
- L'Alcôve
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Le Pigonnet
- Grand Hôtel Roi René
- Hôtel Cézanne
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV trains
- Hall 2: platform 3-4 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Shuttle: Direct shuttle to Marseille Provence Airport
- Mon - Sun: 11:00 - 18:00
- Free unlimited Wi-Fi available in Hall A and its 2 mezzanines and in Hall B.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- Magnetic induction loop, wheelchair service, wheelchair access, elevators, barrier-free toilets. Assistance offered by Accès Plus at station.
- Kyriad Résidence Cabriès
- ibis Budget Marseille Vitrolles
- Best Western Hotel de l'Arbois
- Mon - Sun: 11:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office, located in Hall A.
- Bus lines: ORIZO line
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV/ICE, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, Eurostar, Thalys, TER, AVE
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Friday
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Saturday
- 5:15 AM - 12:00 AM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Esplanade de France.
- Le Bistrot de Paris
- La Loco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and TGV trains
- Hall 2: access to tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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