The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Retournac
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
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 £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 9 trains that leave Saint-Étienne for Retournac every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.
5:341h11Saint-Étienne6:45Retournac£131One-way0 changes
6:510h56Saint-Étienne7:47Retournac£131One-way0 changes
8:570h52Saint-Étienne9:49Retournac£131One-way0 changes
16:010h47Saint-Étienne16:48Retournac£131One-way0 changes
17:200h50Saint-Étienne18:10Retournac£131One-way0 changes
16:010h47Saint-Étienne16:48Retournac£131One-way0 changes
20:230h48Saint-Étienne21:11Retournac£131One-way0 changes
17:200h50Saint-Étienne18:10Retournac£131One-way0 changes
18:570h50Saint-Étienne19:47Retournac£131One-way0 changes
8:570h52Saint-Étienne9:49Retournac£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Saint-Étienne to Retournac
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Retournac among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 38 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Retournac train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Retournac trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
889980 | On time 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 | |
889966 | 20:29 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h42 | 21:11 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
889968 | 22:11 Saint-Étienne Bellevue | 0h45 | 22:56 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
![]() | 5:34 Saint-Étienne | 1h11 | 6:45 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:51 Saint-Étienne | 0h56 | 7:47 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:57 Saint-Étienne | 0h52 | 9:49 Retournac | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Saint-Étienne to Retournac by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Étienne to Retournac
Trains from Saint-Étienne to Retournac run on average 6 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 43m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Saint-Étienne to Retournac trainsTER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Saint-Étienne and Retournac from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 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
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- Closed on weekends
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with pedestrian navigation assistance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- 130 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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