
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Free drinks
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Newspapers and magazines
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£68
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h
Trains on 05 Sept
8
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Étienne to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Paris will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 8 trains from Saint-Étienne to Paris, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 411 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 43 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Paris 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 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 411 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price | £107 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Paris:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Étienne to Paris costing on average £60.
A coach is £114 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Étienne to Paris costing on average £137.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 58m.
Coach takes on average 6h 53m.
The journey is about 1h 34m faster (3h 58m by train vs 5h 32m by car) and roughly £48 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£60 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, Trenitalia.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Paris trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6622+ 886829 | Delayed 13:04 13:50St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h10 | 17:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6624+ 886833 | On time 14:50 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h18 | 18:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6626+ 886839 | 15:50 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h10 | 19:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6696 | 16:46 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 2h48 | 19:34 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
886845+ 6628 | 16:50 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h18 | 20:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6630+ 886849 | 17:50 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h10 | 21:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6632+ 886853 | 18:50 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h10 | 22:00 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
6634+ 886855 | 19:20 St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 3h48 | 23:08 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6658 | 19:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h54 | 21:32 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 20:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 1h58 | 22:36 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:12 Saint-Étienne | 2h48 | 14:00 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Saint-Étienne to Paris run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
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Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Paris 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Étienne to Paris trains use the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz. Use this guide to compare Saint-Étienne and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Loco
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare.
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
ATMs are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Saint-Étienne Bellevue is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Étienne Bellevue has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Table de l'Atelier
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Terminus du Forez.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
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.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz 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 options include: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
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