The cheapest and fastest trains from Grenoble to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble 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 Grenoble to Saint-Étienne will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Grenoble 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 107 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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 Grenoble to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Saint-Étienne 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 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 107 km
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£33 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Grenoble to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Saint-Étienne trains for today, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17612+ 6681 | On time 07:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h27 | 09:48 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17614 · 886716 | On time 08:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 10:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17616 · 886760 | On time 09:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 11:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17618 · 886722 | On time 10:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 12:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17620 · 886726 | On time 11:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 13:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17622 · 886728 | On time 12:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 14:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17624 · 886764 | On time 13:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 15:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17626 · 886734 | On time 14:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 16:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17628 · 886738 | On time 15:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 17:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17632 · 886742 | On time 16:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 18:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17636 · 886746 | On time 17:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h19 | 19:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
17640+ 6689 | On time 18:21 Gare de Grenoble | 2h27 | 20:48 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grenoble to Saint-Étienne
Trains from Grenoble to Saint-Étienne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 22:22 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Grenoble to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF TER, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Grenoble and Saint-Étienne 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: Grenoble to Saint-Étienne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble 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 Grenoble and Saint-Étienne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue Pierre Sémard.
- Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Le Petit Bouche
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Residhotel Central Gare
- ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Hotel Europole
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday, closed on May 1st
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week with 214 spaces available. Access via Rue Emile Gueymard.
- Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Restaurant L'Inattendu
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Europole
- Novotel Grenoble Centre
- Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and international destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- 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
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