ARLES to SAINT-ÉTIENNE train from €33 with SNCF

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Arles to Saint-Étienne

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02

Cheapest price on Nov 02: €48
Average ticket price on Nov 02: €105
Fastest journey on Nov 02: 2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02: 3 h 5 m
Trains on Nov 02: 8
Distance: 196 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arles to Saint-Étienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Arles to Saint-Étienne will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Arles to Saint-Étienne without transferring at least 3 times.

6:50 AM 2h50
Arles
9:40 AM
Saint-Étienne
€48
1 One-way
3 transfers
9:45 AM 2h55
Arles
12:40 PM
Saint-Étienne
€105
1 One-way
3 transfers
11:48 AM 3h22
Arles
3:10 PM
Saint-Étienne
€105
1 One-way
3 transfers
1:50 PM 3h20
Arles
5:10 PM
Saint-Étienne
€105
1 One-way
3 transfers
2:46 PM 3h24
Arles
6:10 PM
Saint-Étienne
€105
1 One-way
3 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Arles to Saint-Étienne

France

Trains from Arles to Saint-Étienne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €33 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 2h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €33

Distance

196 km

Average train duration

3h 13m

Cheapest ticket price

€56

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 30m

First train

5:18 AM

Last train

7:53 PM

Cheapest Month

Apr

Cheapest Day

Fri

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €33

Live departures

Arles to Saint-Étienne train times

The table below shows live departures for Arles to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
	7:50 AM Arles	3h50	11:40 AM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	9:45 AM Arles	2h55	12:40 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	11:48 AM Arles	3h52	3:40 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	12:47 PM Arles	3h53	4:40 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	1:50 PM Arles	3h50	5:40 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	2:46 PM Arles	3h54	6:40 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	3:45 PM Arles	3h55	7:40 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	4:45 PM Arles	3h03	7:48 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
	6:48 PM Arles	4h22	11:10 PM Saint-Étienne	3 transfers
This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Arles to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Arles and Saint-Étienne from €33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SNCF | TGV INOUI

About

SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration

2h 30m

Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price

€78

SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund conditions depend on ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe

Seat reservation

Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free

Quiet zone

SNCF | TGV Lyria

About

TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SNCF | TGV Lyria Duration

3h 37m

Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price

€115

SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary by ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks

Seat reservation

First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

TER

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average TER Duration

3h 32m

Cheapest TER Price

€56

TER frequency

2 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Arles and Saint-Étienne

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Arles to Saint-Étienne, you can count on SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria for the best way to get you to Saint-Étienne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Arles and Saint-Étienne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Arles to Saint-Étienne

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arles to Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Arles to Saint-Étienne can start from as little as €56 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Arles to Saint-Étienne is €89; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Arles to Saint-Étienne is 2h 30m to travel the 196 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Arles to Saint-Étienne leaves at 5:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Arles to Saint-Étienne leaves at 7:53 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Arles to Saint-Étienne which require at least one change with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Saint-Étienne. Take the fast train with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Arles to Saint-Étienne.

A trip to Saint-Étienne from Arles is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

Yes, you can take a train between Arles and Saint-Étienne.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Arles to Saint-Étienne

Most Arles to Saint-Étienne trains use the Arles to St-Étienne Châteaucreux station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Use this guide to compare Arles and Saint-Étienne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Arles

Arrival train stations in Saint-Étienne

Which Arles station do trains to Saint-Étienne leave from?

Trains from Arles to Saint-Étienne leave from Arles. The station is 1 km from Arles city centre at 1 Boulevard Clemenceau, 13200 Arles, France.

Arles1 Boulevard Clemenceau, 13200 Arles, France+33 4 90 49 36 36 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Arles from Arles city centre

BusA10, 2, 5 · 3m · €1 · every ~6 min

Arles train station facilities and services

Arles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: La Caravelle, Le Galoubet

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Arles. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Arles. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Arles: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Arles: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Arles: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Arles Plaza, Best Western Atrium, Hotel Spa Le Calendal.

Which Saint-Étienne station do trains from Arles arrive at?

Trains from Arles to Saint-Étienne most often arrive at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Some services arrive at Saint-Étienne Bellevue, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Saint-Étienne arrival station.

St-Étienne Châteaucreux2 Esplanade de France, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to St-Étienne Châteaucreux from Saint-Étienne city centre

St-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:

TramT2, T3 · 5m · €2 · every ~33 min

T3 · 8m · €2 · every ~18 min

St-Étienne Châteaucreux train station facilities and services

St-Étienne Châteaucreux 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.