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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 an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 109 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 2h 14m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Saint-Étienne from Clermont-Ferrand by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Saint-Étienne are Lyon, Le Puy-en-Velay, Vienne, Valence and Clermont-Ferrand. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Saint-Étienne on Omio.
Lyon is known for its gastronomy, silk heritage and the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon. Set between the Rhône and Saône, it balances historic districts with a modern cultural scene.
Le Puy-en-Velay is known for its volcanic landscape, pilgrimage heritage and dramatic religious landmarks. Its old centre climbs around lava-rock pinnacles, giving the town a distinctive and historic character.
Vienne is a historic Rhône town south of Lyon, known for its well-preserved Roman monuments and medieval streets. Its riverside setting and strong food-and-wine identity give it a calmer pace than Lyon.
Valence is a relaxed Rhône city known for its sunny climate, canals and elegant old centre. It blends lively markets and noted food culture with a southern atmosphere between Provence and the Alps.
Clermont-Ferrand is known for its black volcanic-stone cathedral, Michelin heritage and setting by the Chaîne des Puys. Its old streets and lively student atmosphere give the city a practical, grounded character.
Travel to Saint-Étienne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne.
This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Clermont-Ferrand and Saint-Étienne as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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