Vichy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes to Saint-Etienne (Loire), Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes from $6.3: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• Onboard services for your train trip from Vichy to Saint-Etienne typically include a catering service offering a selection of light snacks and beverages. Depending on the operator, you may also find options to purchase meals or pre-packaged snacks. For example, SNCF (the main operator on this route) often provides a variety of refreshments at their bar-car or in the buffet service.

• The trains between Vichy and Saint-Etienne generally offer various seating options, including 1st Class (Première Classe), which provides larger, more comfortable seats with additional legroom, and standard 2nd Class (Seconde Classe), which is widely available and more economical. The 1st Class cars often have less occupancy, making your journey quieter if you prefer that option.

• For this journey, the primary operator is SNCF, and you can find more details on their website: sncf.com Alternatively, you can check FLIXTRAIN if you're considering options beyond the usual services. Useful links for timetables and station maps include oui.sncf (for scheduling and booking) and transports-saint-etienne.com for local transportation in Saint-Etienne.