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Musée d'Art et d'Industrie
Major design museum in a former arms factory, known for inventive exhibitions on objects, graphics and contemporary design.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bas-en-Basset to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 27 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bas-en-Basset to Saint-Étienne:
A train is £0.46 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bas-en-Basset to Saint-Étienne costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 6m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (30m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bas-en-Basset to Saint-Étienne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 27m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Major design museum in a former arms factory, known for inventive exhibitions on objects, graphics and contemporary design.
Museum dedicated to mining history, set on the former Couriot colliery site with preserved buildings and underground visits.
Contemporary art museum in the metropolitan area, with rotating exhibitions, spacious galleries and a strong modern collection.
Former industrial site turned cultural district, mixing design venues, heritage buildings and contemporary public spaces.
Central square framed by cafés, shops and civic buildings; a practical base for exploring the historic core on foot.
Large urban park with lawns, trees, play areas and water features, popular for relaxed walks close to the centre.
Hearty potato, cabbage and pork stew from the Saint-Étienne area, long linked to miners' and working families' cooking in the Forez and Pilat region.
A rich local gratin of potatoes with cream, often garlic and cheese, typical of nearby Forez home cooking and widely eaten around Saint-Étienne.
Blue cow's milk cheese from the Monts du Forez, protected and regionally emblematic. Salty, creamy and central to local cheeseboards and cooking.
Refined contemporary French restaurant with tasting menus and polished service, suited to a more special meal in Saint-Étienne.
Traditional bouchon-style address serving regional dishes and French classics in a warm, old-school setting popular with locals.
Established brasserie near the centre, known for dependable French cooking, seafood options and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
More affordable than larger French cities. Hotels, dining and local transport are moderate, with lower tourist premiums than Lyon or Paris.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux -> Place de l'Hôtel de Ville, Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bas-en-Basset 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.

Most Bas-en-Basset to Saint-Étienne trains use the Bas - Monistrol to St-Étienne Châteaucreux station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Use this guide to compare Bas-en-Basset and Saint-Étienne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bas - Monistrol is 2 km from Bas-en-Basset city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Bas - Monistrol has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bas - Monistrol.
St-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Loco
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare.
Saint-Étienne Bellevue is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Étienne Bellevue has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Table de l'Atelier
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Terminus du Forez.
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
ATMs are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
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