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Saint-Etienne to Paris Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Saint-Etienne to Paris trains depart from Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux and arrive mainly at Paris Gare de Lyon. Direct TGV INOUI services use the Saint-Etienne to Lyon line, then the high-speed LGV Sud-Est corridor north of Lyon toward Paris. Key intermediate stops can include Lyon Part-Dieu, with some departures requiring a TER connection from Saint-Etienne to Lyon before joining a TGV to Paris. The rail distance is about 410 km, with the fastest direct trains taking around 2 hours 48 minutes and slower connecting itineraries taking about 3 hours 40 minutes. There are roughly 4 direct TGV departures per day in one direction, plus many more options with one change at Lyon Part-Dieu. One-way TGV INOUI fares from Saint-Etienne to Paris start from about €25 ($27 USD) for the cheapest advance second-class tickets and can rise to around €120 ($130 USD) for flexible first-class 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.

23Jun

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Saint-Étienne

Paris

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:12

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

2h 50m

09:02

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

SNCF 6690

from

18849 USD

2h 50m, Direct

06:12

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

09:02

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

18849 USD

Direct

SNCF 6690

06:39

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

2h 51m

09:30

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

SNCF 6692

from

20751 USD

2h 51m, Direct

06:39

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

09:30

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

20751 USD

Direct

SNCF 6692

Day trains

12:12

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

2h 48m

15:00

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

SNCF 6694

from

16947 USD

2h 48m, Direct

12:12

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

15:00

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

16947 USD

Direct

SNCF 6694

16:46

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

2h 48m

19:34

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

Direct

SNCF 6696

from

16947 USD

2h 48m, Direct

16:46

Saint-ÉtienneSaint-Étienne Châteaucreux

19:34

ParisParis Gare de Lyon

from

16947 USD

Direct

SNCF 6696

First train

06:12

Last train

16:46

Travel duration

2h 48m

Daily departures

Departure station

Saint-Étienne

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Paris

Ticket price

$114

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Saint-Etienne to Paris Route Overview

This route links the former industrial city of Saint-Etienne with Paris by joining the French high-speed network at Lyon. A distinctive feature is that some trains run directly from Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon, while many other departures use a short regional leg to Lyon Part-Dieu followed by a TGV on the LGV Sud-Est. TGV INOUI seats are reservation-only, so every ticket is tied to a specific train, carriage, and seat. The approach to Paris ends at Gare de Lyon, which is on the east side of the city center and has direct metro and RER links across the capital.

Travel time

2h 48m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 38m

Longest trip

2h 51m

Saint-Étienne

Saint-Etienne is a city in the Loire department, historically associated with manufacturing, design, and the nearby Pilat regional natural park. Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux is the main rail station, east of the city center, with tram links to central stops such as Hotel de Ville and Carnot.

St-Étienne Châteaucreux

Station

Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux

Station

2h 48m

Paris

Paris is France's capital, with major sights including the Louvre, Notre-Dame area, the Eiffel Tower, and Montmartre. Paris Gare de Lyon is one of the city's main long-distance stations, connected to metro lines 1 and 14 and RER lines A and D.

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

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI passengers must be able to carry and store their own luggage. Label bags before boarding, as onboard checks may require owner identification.

Luggage Allowance

TGV INOUI luggage rules allow 2 large pieces with maximum dimensions of 70 x 90 x 50 cm each, plus 1 hand baggage item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. There is no airline-style check-in, but bags must fit safely in onboard storage areas.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs for medium cases. Keep valuables with you, especially when the train calls at Lyon Part-Dieu.

Special Items

Folded bicycles can travel as luggage if packed in a cover no larger than 130 x 90 cm. Fully assembled bicycles require a paid bike space where offered. Skis, folded strollers, and musical instruments are accepted if they can be stored without blocking aisles or doors.

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Saint-Etienne to Paris Map

The Saint-Etienne to Paris route starts at Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux, runs northeast through the Loire valley toward Lyon, then joins the LGV Sud-Est high-speed line north of Lyon. Direct trains may call at Lyon Part-Dieu before continuing toward Paris Gare de Lyon. The route passes urban sections around Saint-Etienne and Lyon, then the rolling countryside of Burgundy and the southern Ile-de-France approach to Paris.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 48m

Price from

$55

Departures

110

Rating

The train links Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux with Paris Gare de Lyon without airport transfers, and the fastest direct TGV services take under 3 hours. Long-distance buses between Saint-Etienne and Paris usually take about 7 to 8 hours and often use outer coach stations in Paris. Flying is possible from Lyon-Saint Exupery rather than Saint-Etienne itself, but the transfer to the airport, check-in, security, and arrival transfer usually remove most of the time advantage. Rail also produces lower emissions than air travel on this domestic corridor.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 48m

$114-$192

Bus

Apprx.

7h 30m

$18-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 10m

$80-$230

FAQ about the Saint-Etienne - Paris Route

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

The fastest direct TGV INOUI services take around 2 hours 48 minutes from Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon. Slower trips with a change at Lyon Part-Dieu usually take about 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes, depending on the connection time.

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

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains in France, but TGV INOUI services require a paid seat reservation before boarding. Regional TER legs, such as Saint-Etienne to Lyon on some connections, are generally covered without a seat reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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

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

How fast is the TGV from Saint-Etienne to Paris?

TGV INOUI trains on this route reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the LGV Sud-Est high-speed section between the Lyon area and Paris. The Saint-Etienne to Lyon part uses conventional track, so the average speed over the whole route is lower.

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

Book Saint-Etienne to Paris train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your travel date, selecting a direct TGV INOUI or a connection via Lyon Part-Dieu, and paying online. E-tickets are sent by email and can be managed in the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure.

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