The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Retournac
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£11
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£11
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
41 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
43 m
Trains on 20 Oct
9
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Étienne to Retournac 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 Retournac will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 9 trains from Saint-Étienne to Retournac, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 44 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.
88995611:100h44Saint-Étienne Bellevue11:54Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88996016:070h41Saint-Étienne Bellevue16:48Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88996419:030h44Saint-Étienne Bellevue19:47Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88996620:290h42Saint-Étienne Bellevue21:11Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88998218:160h49Saint-Étienne Bellevue19:05Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88996016:070h41Saint-Étienne Bellevue16:48Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88996620:290h42Saint-Étienne Bellevue21:11Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88995611:100h44Saint-Étienne Bellevue11:54Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88996419:030h44Saint-Étienne Bellevue19:47Retournac£111One-way0 changes
88996217:260h44Saint-Étienne Bellevue18:10Retournac£111One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Étienne to Retournac
Trains from Saint-Étienne to Retournac run on average 8 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 41m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 22:00 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Retournac train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Retournac trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:03 Saint-Étienne | 0h44 | 18:47 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
889954 | 9:03 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h46 | 9:49 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
889956 | 11:10 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h44 | 11:54 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
889980 | 13:02 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h45 | 13:47 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
889960 | 16:07 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h41 | 16:48 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
889962 | 17:26 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h44 | 18:10 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
889982 | 18:16 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h49 | 19:05 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
889964 | 19:03 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h44 | 19:47 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Saint-Étienne to Retournac train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Retournac 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 Retournac, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saint-Étienne and Retournac
Most Saint-Étienne to Retournac trains use the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Retournac station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Étienne and Retournac train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Saint-Étienne station do trains to Retournac leave from?
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 Saint-Étienne Bellevue from Saint-Étienne city centre
Saint-Étienne Bellevue is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Étienne Bellevue train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Table de l'Atelier
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne Bellevue: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Terminus du Forez.
Getting to St-Étienne Carnot from Saint-Étienne city centre
St-Étienne Carnot is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Étienne Carnot train station facilities and services
St-Étienne Carnot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Carnot: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Continental.
Which Retournac station do trains from Saint-Étienne arrive at?
Retournac train station facilities and services
Retournac has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Retournac.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Retournac.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Retournac: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Retournac: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Retournac.
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