How to get to Saint-Étienne from Colombier-Saugnieu

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Compare coach and train for Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £48.

Distance: 63 km

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Compare ways to travel from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne

Compare the available ways to get from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne:

A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne costing on average £48.

The fastest way to travel from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colombier-Saugnieu and Saint-Étienne including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 1h 18m versus 1h 0m 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.

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How to get to Saint-Étienne from Colombier-Saugnieu by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Saint-Étienne by train

The most popular day trips by train from Saint-Étienne are Lyon, Vienne, Le Puy-en-Velay, 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.

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Day trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon by train

Why visit Lyon for the day?

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.

A view of Vienne

Day trip from Saint-Étienne to Vienne by train

Why visit Vienne for the day?

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.

A view of Le Puy-en-Velay

Day trip from Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay by train

Why visit Le Puy-en-Velay for the day?

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.

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FAQs: Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne

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 Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne.

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There are 2 options to travel between Colombier-Saugnieu and Saint-Étienne including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne:

A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne costing on average £48.

The fastest way to travel from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 19m.

The Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne distance is approximately 63 km.
The average frequency per day from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne is:
  • Around 5 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Colombier-Saugnieu and Saint-Étienne as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV and arrive in St-Étienne Châteaucreux.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport and arrive in Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Totoom to go to Saint-Étienne by coach.
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Saint-Étienne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne:
  • 5 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Totoom.
Omio customers who travel from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne often also extend their vacation to go to Lyon, Paris, Lyon Saint Exupery Airport, Le Puy-en-Velay, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Saint-Étienne and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
You typically need about 2 to 3 days in Saint-Étienne to explore its main attractions, including the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, the Cité du Design, and its beautiful parks and architecture.

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