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Paris to Saint-Etienne Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Paris to Saint-Etienne trains depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive at Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux. Direct TGV INOUI services run on selected departures, while many other itineraries use a TGV INOUI from Paris to Lyon Part-Dieu followed by a TER Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes train to Saint-Etienne. Key intermediate points on the high-speed section include the Lyon area, with some routings also using Saint-Etienne's regional stops after Lyon. There are about 12 daily departures in one direction when direct and connecting options are counted. The fastest direct trains cover the roughly 410 km route in about 2 hours 46 minutes, while connecting services commonly take 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes depending on the wait at Lyon. One-way fares start from about EUR 25 ($27 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around EUR 120 ($130 USD) for flexible first-class or late-booking fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Paris

Saint-Étienne

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:52

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

2h 56m

10:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

Direct

SNCF 6681

from

18237 USD

2h 56m, Direct

07:52

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

10:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

from

18237 USD

Direct

SNCF 6681

Day trains

12:52

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

2h 56m

15:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

Direct

SNCF 6685

from

18237 USD

2h 56m, Direct

12:52

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

15:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

from

18237 USD

Direct

SNCF 6685

17:00

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

2h 48m

19:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

Direct

SNCF 6687

from

20078 USD

2h 48m, Direct

17:00

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

19:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

from

20078 USD

Direct

SNCF 6687

Evening trains

19:00

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

2h 48m

21:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

Direct

SNCF 6689

from

27607 USD

2h 48m, Direct

19:00

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

21:48

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

from

27607 USD

Direct

SNCF 6689

First train

07:52

Last train

19:00

Travel duration

2h 51m

Daily departures

Departure station

Paris

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Saint-Étienne

Ticket price

$55

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Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the TGV INOUI or TER fare selected for the Paris to Saint-Etienne route. Flexible fares usually allow changes before departure, while the cheapest advance fares are more restricted.

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Paris to Saint-Etienne Route Overview

The route leaves Paris on the LGV Sud-Est, France's first high-speed line, before reaching the Rhone-Alpes rail network around Lyon. Saint-Etienne sits south-west of Lyon, so many departures include a short regional connection after the TGV section rather than a through train. Direct TGV INOUI trains are reservation-only, while TER connections from Lyon to Saint-Etienne may have open seating depending on the ticket type. A distinctive detail of this route is the contrast between the high-speed Paris-Lyon section and the frequent regional corridor into France's historic arms, mining, and design city.

Travel time

2h 51m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 48m

Longest trip

2h 58m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest rail hub. Trains to Saint-Etienne normally leave from Paris Gare de Lyon, on the Right Bank near Bastille and Bercy, with metro, RER, taxi, and bus access.

Paris Est

Station

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Austerlitz

Paris Montparnasse

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris Gare de l’Est

Paris St-Lazare

Paris Gare du Nord

PARIS BERCY

Disneyland Paris

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

Station

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

2h 51m

Saint-Étienne

Saint-Etienne is a city in the Loire department known for industrial heritage, design institutions, and football culture around Stade Geoffroy-Guichard. Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux is the main station, located east of the center with tram links to Place Jean-Jaures, Bellevue, and the Cite du Design area.

St-Étienne Châteaucreux

Station

Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Paris to Saint-Etienne passengers should follow TGV luggage rules on direct services and on itineraries using a TGV to Lyon. Bags must be labelled with the passenger's name.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage with a maximum size of 130 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. You must be able to carry and place your own bags without blocking aisles, doors, or emergency areas.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage shelves near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. TER trains between Lyon and Saint-Etienne have overhead racks and open areas near doors on many units, but storage is more limited at peak commuter times.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, skis, pushchairs, and musical instruments may travel if packed and kept within accepted luggage space. A non-folded bicycle requires a specific bicycle space where available, and availability is not guaranteed on all TGV or TER departures.

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Paris to Saint-Etienne Map

The Paris to Saint-Etienne rail route starts at Paris Gare de Lyon, runs south-east on the LGV Sud-Est toward the Lyon area, then continues west and south-west to Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux. Many itineraries change at Lyon Part-Dieu. The first section crosses open country in Burgundy and the Saone valley approach to Lyon; the final section follows the regional corridor into the Loire basin, with urban stops used by local trains around Givors, Rive-de-Gier, and Saint-Chamond on some services.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 52m

Price from

$55

Departures

110

Rating

The Paris to Saint-Etienne train links Paris Gare de Lyon with Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux, avoiding airport transfers at both ends. Buses between Paris and Saint-Etienne usually take around 7 to 9 hours and use coach stations rather than the main rail axis through Lyon. Flying is rarely direct for this city pair, as passengers usually route through Lyon or another airport and then continue by ground transport. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on the Paris-Lyon corridor and gives more daily schedule choices than air for Saint-Etienne.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 51m

$55-$100

Bus

Apprx.

8h 0m

$20-$60

Flight

Apprx.

1h 10m

$80-$260

FAQ about the Paris - Saint-Etienne Route

How long is the train from Paris to Saint-Etienne?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains take about 2 hours 46 minutes from Paris Gare de Lyon to Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux. Itineraries with a change at Lyon Part-Dieu commonly take from about 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes, depending on the connection.

How much is the train from Paris to Saint-Etienne?

One-way Paris to Saint-Etienne train fares start from about EUR 25 ($27 USD) for advance second-class tickets and can rise to around EUR 120 ($130 USD) for flexible first-class or late-booking fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the Paris to Saint-Etienne TGV?

TGV INOUI trains on the Paris to Lyon high-speed section can reach 300 km/h (186 mph). The route slows after the Lyon area on the regional approach toward Saint-Etienne, which is why direct trains take just under 3 hours for roughly 410 km.

How do I book Paris to Saint-Etienne train tickets?

Book Paris to Saint-Etienne train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing direct TGV INOUI and Lyon connection options, and selecting a fare. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing your trip.

Does a France or Eurail pass cover Paris to Saint-Etienne?

Eurail and Interrail passes can cover eligible SNCF trains on this route, but TGV INOUI requires a paid seat reservation supplement and passholder places can be limited. TER regional legs generally do not require a seat reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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