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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£60
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£117
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 8 m
Trains on 20 Sept
12
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 12 trains from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 408 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m 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 40 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.
66926:422h48St-Étienne Châteaucreux9:30Paris Gare de Lyon£601One-way0 changes
886865+66149:203h40St-Étienne Châteaucreux13:00Paris Gare de Lyon£791One-way1 change- 886863+66128:203h48St-Étienne Châteaucreux12:08Paris Gare de Lyon£791One-way1 change
- 886867+661610:203h38St-Étienne Châteaucreux13:58Paris Gare de Lyon£881One-way1 change
- 669412:122h48St-Étienne Châteaucreux15:00Paris Gare de Lyon£1081One-way0 changes
- 669616:462h48St-Étienne Châteaucreux19:34Paris Gare de Lyon£1601One-way0 changes
- 669412:122h48St-Étienne Châteaucreux15:00Paris Gare de Lyon£1081One-way0 changes
- 66926:422h48St-Étienne Châteaucreux9:30Paris Gare de Lyon£601One-way0 changes
- 886867+661610:203h38St-Étienne Châteaucreux13:58Paris Gare de Lyon£881One-way1 change
- 886827+662213:203h40St-Étienne Châteaucreux17:00Paris Gare de Lyon£1161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 408 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price | £106 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 12m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average £63.
A coach is £108 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average £131.
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 32m.
Coach takes on average 5h 57m.
The journey is about 40m faster (4h 32m by train vs 5h 12m by car) and roughly £43 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£63 vs £106). 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
St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6690 | 6:12 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2h50 | 9:02 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 886805+6608 | 6:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h48 | 10:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 886863+6612 | 8:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h48 | 12:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 886865+6614 | 9:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h40 | 13:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 886867+6616 | 10:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h38 | 13:58 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 6694 | 12:12 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2h48 | 15:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 886823+6620 | 12:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h48 | 16:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 886827+6622 | 13:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h40 | 17:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 886871+6624 | 14:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h48 | 18:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 886837+6626 | 15:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h40 | 19:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 6696 | 16:46 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2h48 | 19:34 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 886847+6630 | 17:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h40 | 21:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
| 886855+6634 | 19:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h48 | 23:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon
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Trains from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 408 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 408 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 17:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between St-Étienne Châteaucreux and Paris Gare de Lyon from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in St-Étienne Châteaucreux and Paris Gare de Lyon
Most St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare St-Étienne Châteaucreux and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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:
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.
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:
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.
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