The cheapest and fastest trains from Roanne to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Roanne 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 Roanne to Saint-Étienne will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Roanne for Saint-Étienne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Roanne to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roanne to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Roanne to Saint-Étienne train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
886915 | On time 07:26 Roanne station | 1h10 | 08:36 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886613+ 6681 | On time 07:34 Roanne station | 2h21 | 09:55 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 change | |
886919 | On time 08:56 Roanne station | 1h10 | 10:06 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886921 | On time 09:53 Roanne station | 1h10 | 11:03 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886925 | On time 11:26 Roanne station | 1h10 | 12:36 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886927 | On time 12:56 Roanne station | 1h10 | 14:06 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886929 | On time 13:56 Roanne station | 1h10 | 15:06 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886931 | On time 14:56 Roanne station | 1h10 | 16:06 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886935 | On time 15:56 Roanne station | 1h10 | 17:06 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886939 | On time 16:26 Roanne station | 1h10 | 17:36 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886943 | On time 17:24 Roanne station | 1h12 | 18:36 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
886947 | On time 18:24 Roanne station | 1h12 | 19:36 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Roanne to Saint-Étienne
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 20:58 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF from Roanne to Saint-Étienne trainsSNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Roanne 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: Roanne to Saint-Étienne train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Roanne and Saint-Étienne
- 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.
- Demain Charette
- Now Why
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Styles Roanne Centre Gare
- Le Grand Hôtel
- Hotel Terminus
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional train services
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Le Bistrot de Paris
- La Table de l'Atelier
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Hotel Terminus du Forez
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
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