The cheapest and fastest trains from Annecy to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Annecy to Saint-Étienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Saint-Étienne will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Annecy for Saint-Étienne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Annecy to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 143 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Annecy to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17530 · 18560 · 886738 | On time 13:43 Annecy station | 4h00 | 17:43 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 changes | |
17958 · 886742 | On time 14:53 Annecy station | 3h51 | 18:44 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17958+ 6621+ 886239 | On time 14:53 Annecy station | 3h36 | 18:29 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 changes | |
17540 · 17964+ 6689 | On time 17:43 Annecy station | 3h08 | 20:51 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 changes | |
17544 · 18570 · 886752 | On time 18:43 Annecy station | 3h29 | 22:12 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Annecy to Saint-Étienne by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Annecy to Saint-Étienne
Trains from Annecy to Saint-Étienne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF from Annecy to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Annecy and Saint-Étienne from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Annecy to Saint-Étienne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy 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
Important Stations and Airports in Annecy and Saint-Étienne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue de Chevêne.
- Restaurant Le Freti
- L'Etage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre
- Best Western Hotel International Annecy
- Hotel des Alpes
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional TER trains
- 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
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