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- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£65
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£109
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h
Trains on 17 Sept
12
Distance
408 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Fast trains
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 12 trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 408 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
668512:522h56Paris Gare de Lyon15:48St-Étienne Châteaucreux£651One-way0 changes- 6641+
8867106:203h20Paris Gare de Lyon9:40St-Étienne Châteaucreux£681One-way1 change - 6613+88676211:523h18Paris Gare de Lyon15:10St-Étienne Châteaucreux£761One-way1 change
- 66817:522h56Paris Gare de Lyon10:48St-Étienne Châteaucreux£1081One-way0 changes
- 6603+8867127:003h10Paris Gare de Lyon10:10St-Étienne Châteaucreux£1131One-way1 change
- 668919:002h48Paris Gare de Lyon21:48St-Étienne Châteaucreux£1481One-way0 changes
- 668512:522h56Paris Gare de Lyon15:48St-Étienne Châteaucreux£651One-way0 changes
- 66817:522h56Paris Gare de Lyon10:48St-Étienne Châteaucreux£1081One-way0 changes
- 6619+88673615:003h10Paris Gare de Lyon18:10St-Étienne Châteaucreux£1551One-way1 change
- 6607+8867189:003h10Paris Gare de Lyon12:10St-Étienne Châteaucreux£1161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £384.
Distance: 408 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £384 Average Price | £107 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is a coach with an average price of £37.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux costing on average £67.
A coach is £103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux costing on average £139.
The fastest way to travel from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 5m.
Other travel options to St-Étienne Châteaucreux take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 51m.
Coach takes on average 7h 51m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris Gare de Lyon and St-Étienne Châteaucreux including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 2h 8m faster (2h 51m by train vs 4h 59m by car) and roughly £39 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£67 vs £107). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6641+886710 | 6:20 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h20 | 9:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6603+886712 | 7:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 10:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6643+886714 | 7:26 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h14 | 10:40 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6681 | 7:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h56 | 10:48 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6607+886718 | 9:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 12:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6609+886720 | 10:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 13:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6611+886724 | 11:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 14:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6613+886762 | 11:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h18 | 15:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6685 | 12:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h56 | 15:48 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6617+886732 | 13:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h18 | 17:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6619+886736 | 15:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 18:10 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
| 6689 | 19:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h48 | 21:48 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
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Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 408 km distance in 2h 48m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 408 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 19:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and St-Étienne Châteaucreux from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£42
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£45
Regionale frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Regionale classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- Food available
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) Price
£143
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux 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 St-Étienne Châteaucreux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The train journey from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux covers a distance of 408 km and takes approximately 2h 48m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is 408 km.
The first train from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux leaves at 4:20.
The last train from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux departs at 19:00.
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Yes, there is a direct train between Paris Gare de Lyon and St-Étienne Châteaucreux. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by SNCF | TGV INOUI.
To get from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux.
The cheapest way to get from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux offers a blend of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque regions like the Loire Valley, with its charming villages and rolling hills, providing a pleasant and scenic travel experience.
A day trip from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 48m each way. However, there are 7 trains available per day for this route. The distance covered is 408 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris Gare de Lyon and St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Most Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare de Lyon and St-Étienne Châteaucreux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Paris
Arrival train stations in Saint-Étienne
Paris Gare de Lyon4 Place Louis-Armand, 75012 Paris, France+33 184943635
City-centre transport
Getting to Paris Gare de Lyon from Paris city centre
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainD · 2m · £3 · every ~14 min
BusN16, N11 · 8m · every ~4 min
63 · 11m · £3 · every ~12 min
72 · 14m · every ~13 min
Subway14 · 3m · £3 · every ~30 min
1 · 6m · £3 · every ~30 min
Paris Gare de Lyon train station facilities and services
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
St-Étienne Châteaucreux2 Esplanade de France, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France
City-centre transport
Getting to St-Étienne Châteaucreux from Saint-Étienne city centre
St-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
TramT2, T3 · 5m · £2 · every ~33 min
T3 · 8m · £2 · every ~18 min
St-Étienne Châteaucreux train station facilities and services
St-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Loco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare.
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