- Must visit
Musée de Grenoble
Major fine arts museum with paintings, sculpture, modern works and ancient collections in a bright building beside the river.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 18 m
Trains on 05 Sept
3
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sète to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sète to Grenoble will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 3 trains from Sète to Grenoble, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 256 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 21 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sète to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 256 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sète to Grenoble:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sète to Grenoble costing on average £54.
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 30m.
The journey is about 51m faster (2h 29m by train vs 3h 20m by car) and roughly £28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£54 vs £81). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sète to Grenoble trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:07 Sète | 3h21 | 17:28 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:29 Sète | 2h59 | 19:28 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:29 Sète | 3h34 | 21:03 Grenoble | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Sète to Grenoble run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 21:28 |
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Discover the best of Grenoble — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grenoble trip today.
Major fine arts museum with paintings, sculpture, modern works and ancient collections in a bright building beside the river.
Museum in a former convent exploring Dauphiné’s history, local traditions and mountain culture through varied regional collections.
Contemporary art centre showing rotating exhibitions by French and international artists, ideal for visitors seeking current creative work.
Iconic spherical cable cars climb to the Bastille for superb city and mountain views, giving Grenoble one of its classic visitor experiences.
Historic pedestrian square in the old town, surrounded by terraces and old buildings, with a lively atmosphere day and evening.
Riverside green park known for broad lawns, sculptures and mountain views, perfect for a relaxed walk close to the city centre.
A rich potato gratin baked with cream, garlic and local cheese from the Dauphiné. It is a classic comfort dish closely tied to Grenoble’s region.
Small square ravioli from the Dauphiné, traditionally filled with Comté, parsley and fromage blanc. A historic regional pasta served baked or gratinated.
A walnut tart made with Grenoble walnuts, prized for their PDO status. It showcases one of the area’s most famous agricultural products.
Refined city-centre dining with seasonal French cooking and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Traditional restaurant known for regional dishes, Alpine comfort food and a warm, old-fashioned dining room.
Popular casual venue for local mountain fare, charcuterie and cheese-based dishes in a cosy atmosphere.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are cheaper than Paris, while local transport is good value for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up slightly; cafés may get small change.
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Gare de Grenoble -> Place Victor Hugo, Grenoble
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sète to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sète to Grenoble trains use the Sète to Gare de Grenoble station pair, with some services arriving at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Sète and Grenoble train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sète is 1 km from Sète city centre. Public transport options include:
Sète has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Grand Bleu, La Marine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sète. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sète. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sète: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sète: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sète: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Paris, Hotel L'Orque Bleue, Hotel Azur.
Gare de Grenoble 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: Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois, Le Petit Bouche
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Grenoble. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Grenoble. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Grenoble: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residhotel Central Gare, ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare, Hotel Europole.
Grenoble, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Gratin Dauphinois, Restaurant L'Inattendu
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europole, Novotel Grenoble Centre, Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare.
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