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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 36 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan 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 Milan to Saint-Étienne will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 3 trains that leave Milan for Saint-Étienne on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 374 km distance in an average of 7 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 8 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:10 PM7h00Milan8:10 PMSaint-Étienne$991One-way0 transfers- 5:00 AM8h48Milan1:48 PMSaint-Étienne$1381One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM7h00Milan7:10 PMSaint-Étienne$2051One-way0 transfers
- 1:10 PM7h00Milan8:10 PMSaint-Étienne$991One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM7h00Milan7:10 PMSaint-Étienne$2051One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 AM8h48Milan1:48 PMSaint-Étienne$1381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 232 miles (374 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $193 Average price | $256 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Saint-Étienne:
A bus is $104 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Saint-Étienne costing on average $154 (€124).
A bus is $143 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Saint-Étienne costing on average $193 (€155).
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 17m.
Flight takes on average 8h 23m.
Tickets start at around $154 (€124) compared to roughly $256 (€205) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $102 (€82). The journey takes 7h 20m versus 5h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Milan to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Saint-Étienne trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 AM Milan | 8h48 | 1:48 PM Saint-Étienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:10 PM Milan | 7h00 | 7:10 PM Saint-Étienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:10 PM Milan | 7h00 | 8:10 PM Saint-Étienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Saint-Étienne
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Trains from Milan to Saint-Étienne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€77) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 232 miles (374 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 232 miles (374 km) |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€77) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 5:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale from Milan to Saint-Étienne trainsTrenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale trains will get you between Milan and Saint-Étienne from $31 (€25). 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 Milan to Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan to Saint-Étienne
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Friday
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Saturday
- 5:15 AM - 12:00 AM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Esplanade de France.
- Le Bistrot de Paris
- La Loco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and TGV trains
- Hall 2: access to tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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