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Information about the Saint-Etienne to Geneva train

Travel by train from Saint-Etienne to Geneva. 13 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Saint-Etienne at 5h 20m and the last at 19h 20m, allowing you to cover the 221 km distance in as little as 3h 20m.

Cheap train tickets from Saint-Etienne to Geneva

How much does a train ticket from Saint-Etienne to Geneva cost?

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. In the "Low Prices" section, you can create an alert to stay informed about our best deals.

How long does a journey on a train from Saint-Etienne to Geneva take?

On average, allow 3h 28m for a train journey from Saint-Etienne to Geneva.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Saint-Etienne to Geneva?

The minimum time to travel by train between Saint-Etienne and Geneva is 3h 20m.

How many trains run from Saint-Etienne to Geneva each day?

Each day, 13 trains depart from Saint-Etienne to Geneva.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Saint-Etienne and Geneva?

You will find at least one Connecting train(s) service between Saint-Etienne and Geneva.

What is the distance between Saint-Etienne and Geneva by train?

The total distance between Saint-Etienne and Geneva by train is approximately 221 km.

What time is the first train from Saint-Etienne to Geneva?

Depart from Saint-Etienne on the first train at 5h 20m.

What time is the last train from Saint-Etienne to Geneva?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 19h 20m.

To leave Saint-Etienne, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: SAINT-ETIENNE CHATEAUCREUX.

At Geneva, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: GENEVE CORNAVIN.

Which train companies operate trains from Saint-Etienne to Geneva?

You can complete your journey from Saint-Etienne to Geneva on a TER, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria train.

What services are offered on board?

On TGV INOUI, enjoy a moment of relaxation and pleasure in a comfortable seat. Attentive and caring, our team looks after your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

With friends, colleagues, or family, take advantage of the HI FIVE offer to travel at a reduced price on TGV Lyria trains. The more of you there are, the better the fare!

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Saint-Etienne to Geneva?

The price of a Saint-Etienne – Geneva train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Saint-Etienne to Geneva thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Saint-Etienne to Geneva.

Price of a Saint-Etienne – Geneva Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Saint-Etienne to Geneva: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Saint-Etienne to Geneva at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Saint-Etienne – Geneva

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Saint-Etienne to Geneva throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Saint-Etienne – Geneva Train

The best way to pay less for your Saint-Etienne to Geneva train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Saint-Etienne to Geneva, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Saint-Etienne to Geneva and alternative routes

For your journey to Geneva, if a direct train is available from Saint-Etienne, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Saint-Etienne to Geneva?

If you're travelling from Saint-Etienne to Geneva, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Saint-Etienne to Geneva with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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What travel classes are available on the Saint-Etienne to Geneva train?

To travel from Saint-Etienne to Geneva, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Saint-Etienne to Geneva by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

What on-board services are available on the Saint-Etienne to Geneva train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Saint-Etienne to Geneva route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

  • Free dedicated bike area

    You can take your bike on board TER trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)

  • Disabled access

    TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility

  • Refundable up to the day before departure

    All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.

  • Plenty of space for your luggage

    Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

Saint-Etienne to Geneva train schedule for Wednesday 7 October 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 20m 8h 43m 3h 23m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86801
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96500
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
6h 12m 10h 10m 3h 58m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TGV INOUI 6690
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17970
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Culoz
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
  • Connection: 35 min
  • Aix-Les-Bains - Le Revard
    TER 96608
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
7h 20m 10h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86809
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96504
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
8h 20m 11h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86863
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96506
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
9h 20m 12h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86865
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96508
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
11h 20m 14h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86869
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96510
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
13h 20m 16h 41m 3h 21m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86827
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96514
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
15h 20m 18h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86837
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96518
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
15h 50m 19h 36m 3h 46m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86839
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 20 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 89382
  • Sathonay - Rillieux
  • Villars-Les-Dombes
  • Marlieux - Chatillon
  • Saint-Paul-De-Varax
  • Servas - Lent
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Connection: 25 min
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
    TGV Lyria 9777
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
16h 20m 19h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86843
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96520
  • Meximieux - Perouges
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
17h 20m 20h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86847
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96522
  • Meximieux - Perouges
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
17h 50m 21h 36m 3h 46m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86849
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 20 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 89386
  • Sathonay - Rillieux
  • Villars-Les-Dombes
  • Marlieux - Chatillon
  • Saint-Paul-De-Varax
  • Servas - Lent
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Connection: 23 min
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
    TGV Lyria 9781
  • Nurieux Gare
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
19h 20m 22h 40m 3h 20m TER
Booking
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
    TER 86855
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Givors Ville
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96530
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin