Train Nantes Saint-Etienne
Book a train ticket from Nantes to Saint-Etienne
Book a train ticket from Nantes to Saint-Etienne
Information about the Nantes to Saint-Etienne train
| Number routes per day | 16 |
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| Average route time | 6h 37m |
| Shortest route time | 5h 50m |
| First hour of departure | 4h 50m |
| Last hour of departure | 17h 04m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets from Nantes to Saint-Etienne
How much does a train ticket from Nantes to Saint-Etienne cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Nantes to Saint-Etienne take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Nantes to Saint-Etienne?
How many trains run from Nantes to Saint-Etienne each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Nantes and Saint-Etienne?
What is the distance between Nantes and Saint-Etienne by train?
What time is the first train from Nantes to Saint-Etienne?
What time is the last train from Nantes to Saint-Etienne?
To leave Nantes, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Saint-Etienne, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Nantes to Saint-Etienne?
What services are offered on board?
Want to travel with OUIGO but your luggage is larger than a cabin bag, or you need to bring another bag? Don’t worry, simply add the additional or XL luggage option for 5 euros when purchasing your OUIGO ESSENTIEL ticket. If you choose OUIGO PLUS, this option is automatically included in your ticket.
On INTERCITÉS night trains, enjoy a peaceful night! Book your own private compartment: 1st class (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).
If you travel on TGV INOUI, you no longer need to queue in the bar carriage. Order exactly what you want online, and then collect it at the bar, without waiting around, so you can enjoy your book or watch something in peace.
All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Saint-Etienne?
Price of a Nantes – Saint-Etienne Train Ticket
On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Saint-Etienne: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Nantes to Saint-Etienne at the lowest fare.
Promotional Fare for Nantes – Saint-Etienne
Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.
Last-minute Nantes – Saint-Etienne Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Nantes 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 Nantes to Saint-Etienne and alternative routes
For your journey to Saint-Etienne, if a direct train is available from Nantes, 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.
Which companies operate the train from Nantes to Saint-Etienne?
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Nantes to Saint-Etienne on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Nantes to Saint-Etienne: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.
TER
Travel from Nantes to Saint-Etienne with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.
Intercités
INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Nantes to Saint-Etienne with INTERCITÉS: choose your seat if you're travelling 1st Class and enjoy an even more comfy journey. Easy and quick: access your e-ticket via the SNCF Connect app.
OUIGO
Enjoy low-cost travel from Nantes 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 Nantes to Saint-Etienne in advance!
TGV INOUI Brussels
With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Nantes to Saint-Etienne! Benefit from free Wi-Fi and numerous other TGV INOUI services during your journey: buffet car for a tasty treat, travel directly from one town center to another...
What travel classes are available on the Nantes to Saint-Etienne train?
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Nantes to Saint-Etienne and choose from a selection of classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
1st Class
- Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
- Quiet zones
- Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :
- Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
- Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
- Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
- Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
- Premium dedicated Customer Service
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
TER
Travel from Nantes to Saint-Etienne by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.
Intercités
Travel from Nantes to Saint-Etienne on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy seats
- Space to store your luggage
1st Class
- Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom
Individual power socket - Space to store your luggage
OUIGO
OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Nantes 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.
TGV INOUI Brussels
Travel from Nantes to Saint-Etienne on board an TGV INOUI Brussels and choose from two travel classes.
2nd Class
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
1st Class
- Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
- Quiet zones
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
What on-board services are available on the Nantes to Saint-Etienne train?
TGV INOUI
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Hold a ticket
Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel in comfort
Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
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Travel connected
Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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Travel in first class
With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
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Travel with a staff that takes care of you
At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
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Space for your luggage
In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
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Travel with your bike
Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
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Nursury space for baby's
Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
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Travel with your pet
Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
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Your office at 300 km/h
On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
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To travel further
Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
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A gourmet break?
We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
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New gestures
Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
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Don't queue at the Bistro
Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.
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A world of services via the portal
Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.
TER
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Free dedicated bike area
You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
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PRM access
TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
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Refundable up to the day before departure
All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
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Plenty of space for your luggage
Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.
Intercités
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Travel connected
You can now connect easily and free to the Internet on board of your INTERCITÉS train on the line Paris - Clermont-Ferrand and Paris - Limoges - Toulouse.
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For gourmands
Order our catering offer with local, high quelity products online, they will be served at your seat on board.
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For families
Find squares with 6 places, a nursery area and play areas for children!
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In case of delays
With Garantie G30, I have a guarantee in case of a 30 minutes delay, no matter the reason.
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Private space for the night
Privatize your own 1st class compartment (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).
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Night space for woman
You can reserve your place for free in the compartment reserved for women during your overnight train trips by ticking "Space ladies only" when booking online.
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Room for your suitcases,
In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
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Showers at the station
Need to freshen up? If you're traveling in First Class on a night train, you can enjoy shower facilities upon arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations!
OUIGO
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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
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Seat with electric socket
Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
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Quiet place
For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
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Stroller
Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children
TGV INOUI Brussels
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Travel in the utmost comfort
Electrical outlets, friendly bar ... everything you need for a nice time!
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Stay connected while travelling
Free Wifi available onboard
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An attentive team
Travel with us and experience top quality service from our team
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Travel in first class
Our best seats, just for you
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Plenty of space for your suitcases
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Travel with your bike
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A nursery area for your baby
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Travel with your pet
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Your office at 300 km/h
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To go further
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Fancy a snack?
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New features
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No more need to queue at the bar
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Connect to the portal and a whole range of services
Nantes to Saint-Etienne train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 4h 50m | 10h 40m | 5h 50m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 5h 59m | 12h 40m | 6h 41m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 6h 26m | 14h 26m | 8h 00m | Intercités, TER | |
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| 7h 04m | 14h 26m | 7h 22m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 8h 37m | 15h 26m | 6h 49m | OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 9h 04m | 15h 40m | 6h 36m | TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER | |
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| 9h 04m | 15h 48m | 6h 44m | TGV INOUI | |
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| 10h 40m | 17h 26m | 6h 46m | OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 11h 43m | 17h 40m | 5h 57m | TER, TGV INOUI | |
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| 12h 09m | 18h 26m | 6h 17m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 12h 44m | 18h 40m | 5h 56m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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| 13h 04m | 19h 48m | 6h 44m | TGV INOUI | |
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| 14h 31m | 21h 10m | 6h 39m | TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, TER | |
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| 15h 04m | 21h 48m | 6h 44m | TGV INOUI | |
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| 15h 09m | 21h 48m | 6h 39m | TER, TGV INOUI | |
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| 17h 04m | 23h 10m | 6h 06m | TGV INOUI, TER | |
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