The cheapest and fastest trains from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clermont-Ferrand 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 Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne you need to make at least one change.
875704 · 886921
875710 · 886931
875708 · 886927
875716 · 886943
875716 · 886943
875704 · 886921
875710 · 886931
875708 · 886927Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 109 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
873370+ 4406+ 886752 | On time 17:41 Clermont-Ferrand station | 4h29 | 22:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 14 December | |||||
875704 · 886921 | On time 08:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 3h01 | 11:03 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
875708 · 886927 | On time 11:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 3h04 | 14:06 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
875710 · 886931 | On time 13:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 3h04 | 16:06 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
875716 · 886943 | On time 16:02 Clermont-Ferrand station | 2h36 | 18:38 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne
Trains from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 20:07 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Clermont-Ferrand and Saint-Étienne from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clermont-Ferrand 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 Clermont-Ferrand and Saint-Étienne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Rue Pierre Semard.
- Restaurant Le Duguesclin
- Restaurant Lard et la Manière
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Clermont-Ferrand Centre
- Hotel Oceania Clermont-Ferrand
- Hotel Mercure Clermont Ferrand Centre Jaude
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris, Lyon, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tramway: Line A
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- Closed on weekends
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with pedestrian navigation assistance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- 130 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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