The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
$133
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
602 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels 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 Brussels to Saint-Étienne will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $133.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Saint-Étienne without transferring at least once.
9844+
8867526:09 PM5h01Brussels-Midi11:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1331One-way1 transfer
9836+
8867484:17 PM4h53Brussels-Midi9:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1331One-way1 transfer
9462+
6633+
306034:42 PM8h03Brussels-Midi12:45 AMSaint-Étienne$1471One-way2 transfers
9464+
6633+
306035:16 PM7h29Brussels-Midi12:45 AMSaint-Étienne$1471One-way2 transfers
9462+
66894:42 PM5h06Brussels-Midi9:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1601One-way1 transfer
9830+
8867361:17 PM4h53Brussels-Midi6:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1971One-way1 transfer
9836+
8867484:17 PM4h53Brussels-Midi9:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1331One-way1 transfer
9844+
8867526:09 PM5h01Brussels-Midi11:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1331One-way1 transfer
9810+
8867166:37 AM5h03Brussels-Midi11:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1661One-way1 transfer
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66872:43 PM5h05Brussels-Midi7:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2001One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 374 miles (602 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $239 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Saint-Étienne:
A bus is $102 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Saint-Étienne costing on average $170 (€139).
A bus is $170 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Saint-Étienne costing on average $239 (€196).
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 35m.
Bus takes on average 10h 14m.
The journey is about 2h 56m faster (4h 35m by train vs 7h 31m by car) and roughly $34 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($170 (€139) vs $204 (€167)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brussels to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9434+ 6689 | 12:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h35 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9334+ 6619+ 886738 | 12:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h27 | 6:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9334+ 6689 | 12:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h35 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 6689 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h05 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 6619+ 886738 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h57 | 6:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9438+ 6689 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h05 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9346+ 6689 | 2:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h32 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9446+ 6689 | 2:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h32 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9446+ 6627+ 886748 | 2:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h54 | 9:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9450+ 6627+ 886748 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h27 | 9:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9450+ 6689 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h05 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 6633+ 886754 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h27 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9456+ 6689 | 3:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h06 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9356+ 6633+ 886754 | 3:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 8h28 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9356+ 6689 | 3:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h06 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9836+ 886748 | 4:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 4h53 | 9:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9462+ 6689 | 4:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h05 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9462+ 6633+ 886754 | 4:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 7h27 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9364+ 6633+ 886754 | 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h54 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9464+ 6633+ 886754 | 5:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h54 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9368+ 6633+ 886754 | 5:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 6h28 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9844+ 886752 | 6:00 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h10 | 11:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9470+ 6633+ 886754 | 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h57 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9370+ 6633+ 886754 | 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h57 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9474+ 6633+ 886754 | 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h28 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9374+ 6633+ 886754 | 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 5h28 | 12:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
9302+ 6607+ 886718 | 6:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h38 | 12:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9302+ 6613+ 886762 | 6:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h38 | 3:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9302+ 6685 | 6:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h16 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9810+ 886716 | 6:37 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h03 | 11:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9304+ 6685 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h35 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9304+ 6613+ 886762 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h57 | 3:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9304+ 6611+ 886724 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 6h57 | 2:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9308+ 6685 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h06 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9308+ 6613+ 886762 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h28 | 3:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9308+ 6687 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h06 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 6685 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h35 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9410+ 6685 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h35 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 6687 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h35 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9314+ 6687 | 8:43 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h05 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6685 | 8:43 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h05 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9314+ 6685 | 8:43 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h05 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 6685 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 6h32 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 6613+ 886762 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h54 | 3:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9316+ 6687 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h32 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 6685 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h35 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9422+ 6687 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h35 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9422+ 6685 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h35 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 6687 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h06 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9326+ 6689 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h06 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9326+ 6687 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h06 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 6687 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h35 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 6689 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h35 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 6687 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h35 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels to Saint-Étienne
Trains from Brussels to Saint-Étienne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€70) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 374 miles (602 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 374 miles (602 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€70) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 6:37 AM |
Last train 6:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Brussels to Saint-Étienne trainsTGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Brussels and Saint-Étienne from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brussels to Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brussels to Saint-Étienne
Most Brussels to Saint-Étienne trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to St-Étienne Châteaucreux station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Saint-Étienne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brussels station do trains to Saint-Étienne leave from?
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Which Saint-Étienne station do trains from Brussels arrive at?
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:
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.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Loco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare.
Getting to Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux from Saint-Étienne city centre
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux train station facilities and services
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Getting to St-Étienne Carnot from Saint-Étienne city centre
St-Étienne Carnot is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Étienne Carnot train station facilities and services
St-Étienne Carnot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Carnot: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Continental.
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