Travelling to Saint-Étienne

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Best day trips from Saint-Étienne

The most popular day trips from Saint-Étienne are Lyon, Le Puy-en-Velay, Vienne, Clermont-Ferrand and Valence. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journey from Saint-Étienne on Omio.

A view of Lyon

Day trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon

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.

How to get from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £13.

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A view of Le Puy-en-Velay

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

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.

How to get from Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay?

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £18.

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A view of Vienne

Day trip from Saint-Étienne to Vienne

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.

How to get from Saint-Étienne to Vienne?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Vienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £90.

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A view of Clermont-Ferrand

Day trip from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand

Why visit Clermont-Ferrand for the day?

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.

How to get from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand?

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 9m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £37.

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A view of Valence

Day trip from Saint-Étienne to Valence

Why visit Valence for the day?

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.

How to get from Saint-Étienne to Valence?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Valence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £29.

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About Saint-Etienne

Saint-Etienne is a French city situated in the mountainous Massif Central region, close to Lyon. The city has a thriving culture of design and this is reflected in much of the architecture which is an attractive juxtaposition of the old and new. The River Furan flows through the centre of the town and the Musee d'Art Moderne is a stark, modern building and home to one of the largest and most fascinating collections of contemporary art in France. The historic quarter of the city is well worth a visit, with its trendy bars, museum and churches.

Host City of the UEFA EURO 2016



The European Football Championship takes place this year in France. In 10 stadiums the matches will be played to Europe's football crown and Omio shows the best route to each game. Saint-Etienne is one of the host cities for the UEFA EURO 2016.

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Arriving in Saint-Etienne

The local airport is Saint-Etienne-Bouthion provides a variety of budget flights, from airlines such as Ryanair and Pegasus. The major rail station in the city is Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux which has regular tram links to the centre of town. The popular MegaBus service stops in Saint-Etienne, providing alternative transport to the city for regular bus travellers.

Traveling around Saint-Etienne

Public transport in Saint-Etienne is most commonly via bus or tram. There are two tram lines in the city, running from Hopital Nord to Solaure and between Bellevue and La Terrasse. The city also operates a bike share service called Velivert, this is operated by Smartcards and a good way for eco-tourists to discover the city. If you plan to visit some of the most popular museums you may wish to consider renting a car, as it will be easier to reach destinations on the outskirts of the city by vehicle.

UEFA EURO 2016 Host City

Built in 1930, hosted matches during the 1984 Euros and 1998 World Cup. It is the home of ASSE and after renovations will hold 42,000 fans.

Stade Geoffroy-Guichard

How to get there:

  • TRAM: Lines T1 and T2 run to the stop nearby called "Geoffroy-Guichard"
  • TRAIN: Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux SNCF station is less than 3km away and has direct trams to the ground, the aforementioned T1 and T2.
  • TAXI:The journey takes 10-15 minutes and should cost under 20 Euros.

Matches in Saint-Etienne

DATE MATCH
14 June 2016 21:00 Portugal v Iceland
17 June 2016 18:00 Czech Republic v Croatia
20 June 2016 21:00 Slovakia v England
25 June 2016 15:00 Runner Up Group A v Runner Up Group C

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