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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lens to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£151
Average price
£151
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lens 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 Lens to Saint-Étienne will cost around £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £151.
To travel from Lens to Saint-Étienne you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lens to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lens to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a flight costs an average of £240.
Distance: 568 km
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Live departures
Lens to Saint-Étienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Lens to Saint-Étienne trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:35 Lens | 6h35 | 23:10 Saint-Étienne | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lens to Saint-Étienne
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Trains from Lens to Saint-Étienne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £62 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 18:02. The fastest train covers the 568 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 568 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 06:42 |
Last train 18:02 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lens to Saint-Étienne trainsTGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lens and Saint-Étienne from £62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lens to Saint-Étienne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lens 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 Lens and Saint-Étienne
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Pain de la Bouche
- Le Tassili
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Louvre Lens
- Hotel Bollaert
- Hotel de France
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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