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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€15
Fastest journey on Sep 20
42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
45 m
Trains on Sep 20
26
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 26 trains from Saint-Étienne to Lyon, including 26 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 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 Sun, Sep 20 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.
88686710:20 AM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux11:06 AMLyon Part Dieu€141One-way0 transfers- 8868659:20 AM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux10:06 AMLyon Part Dieu€141One-way0 transfers
- 8862952:04 PM0h55St-Étienne Châteaucreux2:59 PMGare de Lyon-Perrache€141One-way0 transfers
- 88686911:20 AM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux12:06 PMLyon Part Dieu€141One-way0 transfers
- 8868271:20 PM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux2:06 PMLyon Part Dieu€141One-way0 transfers
669412:12 PM0h42St-Étienne Châteaucreux12:54 PMLyon Part Dieu€251One-way0 transfers- 66926:42 AM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux7:28 AMLyon Part Dieu€251One-way0 transfers
- 66964:46 PM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux5:32 PMLyon Part Dieu€251One-way0 transfers
- 88686710:20 AM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux11:06 AMLyon Part Dieu€141One-way0 transfers
- 8868659:20 AM0h46St-Étienne Châteaucreux10:06 AMLyon Part Dieu€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Saint-Étienne to Lyon:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Étienne to Lyon costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 56m.
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Lyon trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6690 | 6:12 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h42 | 6:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886805 | 6:20 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 7:06 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886257 | 7:04 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 7:59 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886809 | 7:20 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 8:06 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886261 | 8:04 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 8:59 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886863 | 8:20 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 9:06 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886265 | 9:04 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 9:59 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886865 | 9:20 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 10:06 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886267 | 10:04 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 10:59 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886867 | 10:20 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 11:06 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886269 | 11:04 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 11:59 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886869 | 11:20 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 12:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886271 | 12:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 12:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6694 | 12:12 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h42 | 12:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886823 | 12:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 1:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886273 | 1:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 1:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886827 | 1:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 2:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886295 | 2:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 2:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886871 | 2:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 3:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886275 | 3:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 3:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886837 | 3:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 4:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886277 | 4:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 4:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886843 | 4:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 5:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6696 | 4:46 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 5:32 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886281 | 5:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 5:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886847 | 5:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 6:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886285 | 6:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 6:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886851 | 6:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 7:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886289 | 7:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 7:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886855 | 7:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 8:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886291 | 8:04 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h55 | 8:59 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886857 | 8:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 9:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 886861 | 10:20 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h46 | 11:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
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Trains from Saint-Étienne to Lyon run on average 14 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 46m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:24 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Saint-Étienne to Lyon trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Saint-Étienne and Lyon from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
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FAQs: Trains from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Most Saint-Étienne to Lyon trains use the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lyon Part Dieu station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon-Perrache. Use this guide to compare Saint-Étienne and Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Saint-Étienne station do trains to Lyon leave from?
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.
Which Lyon station do trains from Saint-Étienne arrive at?
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.
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