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

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Elche is to bus which costs €85 - €160 and takes 20h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Elche is to train and fly which takes 6h 19m and costs €85 - €260.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Saint-Étienne to Elche. However, there are services departing from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop and arriving at Elche Estación de Autobuses via Lyon and Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 38m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Saint-Étienne to Elche. However, there are services departing from St Etienne Chateaucreux and arriving at Elche/Elx-Parc via Lyon Part Dieu, Barcelona-Sants and Alicante/Alacant-Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Saint-Étienne to Elche?

The distance between Saint-Étienne and Elche is 1045 km. The road distance is 1138.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Elche without a car is to train which takes 14h 10m and costs €150 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Saint-Étienne to Elche, including transfers.

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

Saint-Étienne to Elche bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop station.

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

Saint-Étienne to Elche train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Etienne Chateaucreux station.

Train or bus from Saint-Étienne to Elche?

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Elche is to train which takes 14h 10m and costs €150 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus via Alicante, which costs €100 - €170 and takes 19h 38m.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Elche bus arrive?

Saint-Étienne to Elche bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Elche train arrive?

Saint-Étienne to Elche train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Saint-Étienne to Elche?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Étienne to Elche is 1138 km. It takes approximately 11h 20m to drive from Saint-Étienne to Elche.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Elche?

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Saint-Étienne to Elche - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Saint-Étienne to Elche by train, plane, train (TGV, Renfe), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane LYS - ALC
6h 19m
€88–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacantbus BlaBlaCar Bus
20h 8m
€86–151
Train
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Santstrain
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Eur / ...
14h 10m
€156–240
Bus via Alicante
1. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Alicantebus FlixBus N1131 / ...
19h 38m
€106–161
Drive 1,138.2 km
1. Drive from Saint-Étienne to Elchecar 1,138.2 km
11h 20m
€185–268
Train, train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
3. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane GVA - ALC
8h 48m
€102–294
Train, train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
3. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane MRS - ALC
7h 46m
€90–306

Saint-Étienne to Elche by train

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Distance: 1,044.6 km
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Saint-Étienne, France and Elche, Spain?

You can take a train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Elche/Elx-Parc via Lyon Part Dieu, Barcelona-Sants, Alacant/Alicante Terminal, and Alicante/Alacant-Terminal in around 14h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Elche Estación de Autobuses via Lyon, Alicante, and Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant in around 19h 38m.

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