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

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Nice is to rideshare which costs €34 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Nice is to train and fly which takes 4h 4m and costs €95 - €290.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Saint-Étienne to Nice. However, there are services departing from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop and arriving at Nice via Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Saint-Étienne to Nice. However, there are services departing from St Etienne Chateaucreux and arriving at Nice-Ville via Lyon Part Dieu and Marseille-Saint-Charles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

The distance between Saint-Étienne and Nice is 603 km. The road distance is 460.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Nice without a car is to train via Marseille which takes 6h 14m and costs €100 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Saint-Étienne to Nice, including transfers.

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

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

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

Saint-Étienne to Nice 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 Nice?

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Nice is to train via Marseille which takes 6h 14m and costs €100 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Nice bus arrive?

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

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Nice train arrive?

Saint-Étienne to Nice 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 Nice?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Étienne to Nice is 461 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Saint-Étienne to Nice.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Nice?

There are 5444+ hotels available in Nice.

Can I share a ride from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Saint-Étienne and Nice. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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Train via Marseille
best
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Nice-Villetrain
6h 14m
€101–198
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saint-Étienne to Nicerideshare 461.5 km
5h 49m
€34
Bus
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 Nicebus N1789 / ...
9h 14m
€50–78
Train, fly
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane LYS - NCE
4h 4m
€98–287
Train
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Nice Villetrain Tgv
6h 18m
€121–188
Bus via Valence
1. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to Gare Routierebus E03
2. Take the bus from Valence - Central Bus Station to Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1bus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 45m
€37–62
Drive 460.9 km
1. Drive from Saint-Étienne to Nicecar 460.9 km
4h 53m
€87–125

Saint-Étienne to Nice by train

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Distance: 603.1 km
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Nice-Ville via Lyon Part Dieu, Marseille St Charles, and Marseille-Saint-Charles in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Nice via Lyon in around 9h 14m.

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