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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€52
Fastest journey on Sep 12
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
3 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 12
12
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Saint-Étienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Saint-Étienne will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Saint-Étienne without transferring at least once.
96574 · 8867465:24 PM3h16Geneva station8:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer- 96578 · 8867527:24 PM3h46Geneva station11:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
- 96570 · 8867383:24 PM3h16Geneva station6:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
- 96566 · 8867641:24 PM3h16Geneva station4:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
- 96558 · 8867609:24 AM3h16Geneva station12:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
9756+8867168:30 AM3h10Geneva station11:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€661One-way1 transfer- 96574 · 8867465:24 PM3h16Geneva station8:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
- 96570 · 8867383:24 PM3h16Geneva station6:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
- 96566 · 8867641:24 PM3h16Geneva station4:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
- 96558 · 8867609:24 AM3h16Geneva station12:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€441One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a flight costs an average of €194.
Distance: 160 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€39 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €194 Average price | €101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Saint-Étienne:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Saint-Étienne costing on average €39.
A bus is €180 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Saint-Étienne costing on average €194.
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 16m.
Flight takes on average 9h 21m.
Live departures
Geneva to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96570 · 886738 | On time 3:24 PM Geneva station | 3h16 | 6:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
96646 · 17960+ 6687 | 4:34 PM Geneva station | 3h14 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
| 96574 · 886746 | 5:24 PM Geneva station | 3h16 | 8:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
| 9756+886716 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 3h10 | 11:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 9756+886760 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 4h10 | 12:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 9756+6607+886219 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 3h56 | 12:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
| 9756+886219 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 3h56 | 12:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 96558 · 886760 | 9:24 AM Geneva station | 3h16 | 12:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
96558 · 886221+ 4200 | 9:24 AM Geneva station | 4h02 | 1:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 transfers | |
| 96562 · 886726 | 11:24 AM Geneva station | 3h16 | 2:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 96564 · 886728 | 12:24 PM Geneva station | 3h16 | 3:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 96566 · 886764 | 1:24 PM Geneva station | 3h16 | 4:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Saint-Étienne
Switzerland
France
Trains from Geneva to Saint-Étienne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Geneva to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Geneva and Saint-Étienne from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
TER
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Saint-Étienne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint-Étienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Saint-Étienne
Most Geneva to Saint-Étienne trains use the Genève to St-Étienne Châteaucreux station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Saint-Étienne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do trains to Saint-Étienne leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Which Saint-Étienne station do trains from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to St-Étienne Châteaucreux from Saint-Étienne city centre
St-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Étienne Châteaucreux train station facilities and services
St-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Loco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare.
Getting to Saint-Étienne Bellevue from Saint-Étienne city centre
Saint-Étienne Bellevue is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Étienne Bellevue train station facilities and services
Saint-Étienne Bellevue has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Table de l'Atelier
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Terminus du Forez.
Getting to St-Étienne Carnot from Saint-Étienne city centre
St-Étienne Carnot is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Étienne Carnot train station facilities and services
St-Étienne Carnot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Carnot: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Continental.
Most popular train connections from Geneva
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