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488 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Nice to Saint-Etienne

Composite routes from Nice to Saint-Etienne

Cheapest
4 h 42 min
Car
488 km.
from $26
Other
9 h 45 min
Bus
298 km.
from €28.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Nice to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Saint-Étienne
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.66

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Saint-Étienne
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72
Bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Saint-Étienne
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$62.02

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to St
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$26.58
Train from Lyon Perrache to St
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$25.32
Train from Nice Ville to Marseille
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$48.10–$101.26
Train from Marseille St Charles to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Nice Ville to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$107.59–$189.87
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to St
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.52–$53.16
Train from Nice Ville to Marseille
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$51.90–$101.26
Train from Marseille St Charles to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$126.58

Airlines

Air France

Website:
airfrance.com
Plane from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport to Lyon–Saint
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$493.65

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Nice to Saint-Étienne
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne is to rideshare which costs $30.71 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

The fastest way to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Saint-Étienne?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Saint-Étienne. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Saint-Étienne?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Saint-Étienne. However, there are services departing from Nice Ville and arriving at St Etienne Chateaucreux via Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

The distance between Nice and Saint-Étienne is 608 km. The road distance is 489.7 km.

How do I travel from Nice to Saint-Étienne without a car?

The best way to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $103.26 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Saint-Étienne bus from?

Nice to Saint-Étienne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nice station.

Where do I catch the Nice to Saint-Étienne train from?

Nice to Saint-Étienne train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Nice Ville station.

Train or bus from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

The best way to get from Nice to Saint-Étienne is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $103.26 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus via Lyon, which costs $51.09 - $76.09 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Nice to Saint-Étienne bus arrive?

Nice to Saint-Étienne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Nice to Saint-Étienne train arrive?

Nice to Saint-Étienne train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Saint-Étienne is 490 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Nice to Saint-Étienne.

How do I get a train ticket from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

Book your Nice to Saint-Étienne train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

Book your Nice to Saint-Étienne bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Saint-Étienne?

There are 750+ hotels available in Saint-Étienne. Prices start at $51.96 per night.

Can I share a ride from Nice to Saint-Étienne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nice and Saint-Étienne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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