The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
7 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
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 $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 2 trains that leave Milan for Saint-Étienne on Tue, Dec 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 374 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 3 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 8 h 11 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.




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 €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 232 miles (374 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€120 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €146 Average price |
9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 60+ 9226+ 17777+ 6689 | On time 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 14h38 | 8:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3 transfers | |
EuroCity 178+ 9226+ 17777+ 6689 | On time 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 11h38 | 8:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3 transfers | |
EuroCity 150+ 9226+ 17777+ 6689 | On time 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 10h38 | 8:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3 transfers | |
9246+ 18562 · 886740 | On time 11:10 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h00 | 6:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
9250+ 18570 · 886752 | On time 3:10 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h00 | 10:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Saint-Étienne
Trains from Milan to Saint-Étienne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) 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 4h 50m.
Distance 232 miles (374 km) |
Average train duration 9h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 17:23 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, Regionale from Milan to Saint-Étienne trainsTGV INOUI, Regionale trains will get you between Milan and Saint-Étienne from $25 (€20). 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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