Saint-Étienne to Nice by train
Nice lies 298 km (185 mi) south-east of Saint-Étienne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 48 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 364 km (226 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Saint-Étienne | Nice | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 176,280 | 342,669 |
| Elevation | 529 m (1,736 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Gare de Saint-Étienne-Châteaucreux, Gare de Saint-Étienne-La Terrasse, Gare de Saint-Etienne-Bellevue | Nice-Ville railway station, Nice-Saint-Augustin, Nice CP Station |
| Postal codes | 42000–42969 CEDEX 9 | 06000–06833 CEDEX 9 |
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Common questions
How far is Nice from Saint-Étienne?
298 km (185 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Saint-Étienne; by road roughly 364 km (226 mi).
How long does it take to get from Saint-Étienne to Nice by train?
About 1 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Saint-Étienne and Nice?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.