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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon 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 Lyon to Saint-Étienne will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 44 trains that leave Lyon for Saint-Étienne on Wed, Jul 29, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 29 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Wed, Jul 29 the slowest trains will take 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
88672012:24 PM0h46Lyon Part Dieu1:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€101One-way0 transfers- 8867282:54 PM0h46Lyon Part Dieu3:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€101One-way0 transfers
- 8867622:24 PM0h46Lyon Part Dieu3:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€101One-way0 transfers
- 88672212:54 PM0h46Lyon Part Dieu1:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€101One-way0 transfers
- 8862231:31 PM0h55Gare de Lyon-Perrache2:26 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€101One-way0 transfers
66853:06 PM0h42Lyon Part Dieu3:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€251One-way0 transfers- 668110:02 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu10:48 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€251One-way0 transfers
- 8867088:24 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu9:10 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€141One-way0 transfers
- 8867108:54 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu9:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€141One-way0 transfers
- 88672012:24 PM0h46Lyon Part Dieu1:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lyon to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€14 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 886716 | On time 10:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 11:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886718 | On time 11:24 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 12:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886219 | On time 11:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 12:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886760 | On time 11:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 12:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886720 | 12:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 1:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886221 | 12:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 1:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886722 | 12:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 1:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886724 | 1:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 2:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886223 | 1:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 2:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886726 | 1:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 2:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886762 | 2:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 3:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886225 | 2:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 3:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886728 | 2:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 3:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6685 | 3:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h42 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886730 | 3:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 4:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886227 | 3:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 4:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886764 | 3:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 4:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886229 | 4:01 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 4:56 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886732 | 4:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 5:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886231 | 4:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 5:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886734 | 4:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 5:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886233 | 5:01 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 5:56 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886736 | 5:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 6:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886235 | 5:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 6:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886738 | 5:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 6:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886237 | 6:01 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 6:56 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886740 | 6:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 7:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886239 | 6:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 7:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886742 | 6:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 7:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886241 | 7:01 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 7:56 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6687 | 7:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h42 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886744 | 7:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 8:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886243 | 7:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 8:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886746 | 7:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 8:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886748 | 8:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 9:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886245 | 8:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 9:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6689 | 9:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h42 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886750 | 9:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 10:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 29 | |||||
| 886201 | 5:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 6:26 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886700 | 6:24 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 7:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886205 | 6:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 7:26 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886702 | 6:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 7:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886207 | 7:01 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 7:56 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886704 | 7:24 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 8:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886209 | 7:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 8:26 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886706 | 7:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 8:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886211 | 8:01 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 8:56 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886708 | 8:24 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 9:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886213 | 8:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 9:26 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886710 | 8:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 9:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886712 | 9:24 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 10:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886215 | 9:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 10:26 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886714 | 9:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 10:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6681 | 10:02 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 10:48 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886758 | 10:24 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 11:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886217 | 10:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h55 | 11:26 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Saint-Étienne
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Trains from Lyon to Saint-Étienne run on average 15 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 46m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon and Saint-Étienne from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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 Lyon to Saint-Étienne
Most Lyon to Saint-Étienne trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Saint-Étienne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do trains to Saint-Étienne leave from?
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Lyon-Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache train station facilities and services
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
Getting to Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière train station facilities and services
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière.
Which Saint-Étienne station do trains from Lyon 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, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux from Saint-Étienne city centre
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux train station facilities and services
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
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.
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