The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
12
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $20.
Of the 12 trains that leave Saint-Étienne for Lyon every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.
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Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. 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 coach costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$16 Average Price | $6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Saint-Étienne to Lyon train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
886261 | On time 7:01 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h58 | 7:59 am Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 changesdirect | |
886863 | On time 7:17 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h49 | 8:06 am Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
886263 | On time 7:31 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h58 | 8:29 am Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 changesdirect | |
886813 | On time 7:47 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h49 | 8:36 am Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
886265 | On time 8:01 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h58 | 8:59 am Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 changesdirect | |
886865 | On time 8:17 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h49 | 9:06 am Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
886815 | On time 8:48 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h48 | 9:36 am Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
886267 | On time 9:01 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h58 | 9:59 am Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 changesdirect | |
886867 | On time 9:18 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h47 | 10:05 am Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
886817 | On time 9:48 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h48 | 10:36 am Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
886269 | On time 10:01 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h58 | 10:59 am Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0 changesdirect | |
886869 | On time 10:18 am St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0h48 | 11:06 am Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Saint-Étienne to Lyon trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Saint-Étienne and Lyon from $5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Saint-Étienne to Lyon train

When departing from Saint-Étienne, you have various train station options to start your route from including St-Étienne Châteaucreux, Saint-Étienne Bellevue, St-Étienne Carnot and Saint-Étienne Le Clapier. When arriving in Lyon, you can end your journey in train stations like Lyon Part Dieu, Gare de Lyon-Perrache and Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière.
Passengers board the train most frequently from St-Étienne Châteaucreux, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lyon Part Dieu, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saint-Étienne and Lyon
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- Closed on weekends
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with pedestrian navigation assistance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- 130 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Friday
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Saturday
- 5:15 AM - 12:00 AM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Esplanade de France.
- Le Bistrot de Paris
- La Loco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and TGV trains
- Hall 2: access to tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Le Bistrot de Paris
- La Table de l'Atelier
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Hotel Terminus du Forez
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- PAUL
- Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
- Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache
- Hotel De Normandie
- InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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