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Montpellier to Saint-Etienne train

Book a train ticket Montpellier - Saint-Etienne

Train timetable info Montpellier-Saint-Etienne

Travel by train from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Montpellier at 6h 26m and the last at 19h 58m, allowing you to cover the 372 km distance in as little as 3h 22m. Tickets are available from 60€ (1).

Best prices Montpellier-Saint-Etienne

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Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
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79 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 23 May
63 € (1) AUTOCAR
AUTOCAR
Sunday 24
63 € (1) AUTOCAR
AUTOCAR
Monday 25
92 € (1) AUTOCAR
AUTOCAR
Tuesday 26
60 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Wednesday 27
60 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Thursday 28

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Friday 29

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Saturday 30

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Sunday 31

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Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Montpellier Saint-Etienne

How much does a train ticket from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne cost?

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne take?

The Montpellier to Saint-Etienne journey takes just 3h 57m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne?

The shortest journey between Montpellier and Saint-Etienne takes 3h 22m.

How many trains run from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne each day?

10 trains complete the Montpellier to Saint-Etienne journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Montpellier and Saint-Etienne?

Between Montpellier and Saint-Etienne, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Montpellier and Saint-Etienne by train?

Trains running between Montpellier and Saint-Etienne cover a distance of around 372 km.

What time is the first train from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the first Montpellier to Saint-Etienne train at 6h 26m.

What time is the last train from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Montpellier at 19h 58m.

To leave Montpellier, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: MONTPELLIER SAINT-ROCH, MONTPELLIER SUD DE FRANCE.

At Saint-Etienne, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: SAINT-ETIENNE-CHATEAUCREUX GARE ROUTIERE.

Which train companies operate trains from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne?

The Montpellier – Saint-Etienne route is served by: OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI Spain.

What services are offered on board?

Travel with OUIGO in peace and comfort. With OUIGO ESSENTIEL, you can enjoy a solo, quiet seat for 7 euros extra. With OUIGO PLUS, you can choose your seat anywhere on the train.

If you travel on TGV INOUI, you will have the option to enjoy first class. With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, it has been designed for your comfort: extra legroom and a wider backrest.

With TGV INOUI Spain, relax in seats specially designed to give you the best experience on board your train.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne?

The price of a Montpellier – Saint-Etienne train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne.

Price of a Montpellier – Saint-Etienne Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Montpellier – Saint-Etienne

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Montpellier – Saint-Etienne Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Montpellier to Saint-Etienne ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne and alternative routes

For your journey to Saint-Etienne, if a direct train is available from Montpellier, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Montpellier - Saint-Etienne

If you're travelling from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne in advance!

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Classes of rail companies serving Montpellier - Saint-Etienne

To travel from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Montpellier to Saint-Etienne. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

  • Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

  • Choose and reserve your seat
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • A piece of additional or XL luggage
  • OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Montpellier - Saint-Etienne

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Montpellier to Saint-Etienne route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

OUIGO

  • Exchange your tickets

    You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.

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  • Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

    Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.

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  • Pet

    The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.

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  • Luggage

    Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.

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  • Text message

    Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip

  • Seat with electric socket

    Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket

  • Quiet place

    For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket

  • Stroller

    Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Train timetables Montpellier-Saint-Etienne Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 26m 10h 10m 3h 44m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 9898 - TGV INOUI 12188
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 30 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86710
  • Givors Ville
  • 13 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5044 - TER 5046
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
8h 38m 13h 10m 4h 32m TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9862 - TGV INOUI 12562
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h09
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86760
  • Givors Ville
  • 13 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5074 - TER 5076
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
10h 02m 14h 10m 4h 08m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 6871
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h06
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86722
  • Givors Ville
  • 10 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5084 - TER 5086
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
11h 54m 16h 10m 4h 16m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 5158
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h06
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86728
  • Givors Ville
  • 13 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5106 - TER 5108
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
13h 57m 18h 10m 4h 13m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 5500 - TGV INOUI 12184
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h01
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86734
  • Givors Ville
  • 13 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5130 - TER 5132
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
14h 54m 19h 10m 4h 16m TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9864
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h05
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86738
  • Givors Ville
  • 13 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5142 - TER 5144
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
16h 41m 20h 10m 3h 29m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 5358
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 30 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86742
  • Givors Ville
  • 13 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5154 - TER 5156
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
17h 10m 21h 10m 4h 00m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 5182
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h03
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86746
  • Givors Ville
  • 13 min
  • Givors Ville
    TER 5164 - TER 5166
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
19h 50m 23h 20m 3h 30m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
    TGV INOUI 12338 - TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne 9706
  • Nimes Centre
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • 20 min
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
    TGV INOUI 6852
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 17 min
  • Lyon-Part-Dieu - Gare Routiere
    TER 5193
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
19h 58m 23h 20m 3h 22m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Montpellier Sud De France
    TGV INOUI 6875
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 42 min
  • Lyon-Part-Dieu - Gare Routiere
    TER 5193
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere