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Train Paris Saint-Etienne

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Information about the Paris to Saint-Etienne train

Travel by train from Paris to Saint-Etienne. 17 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Paris at 6h 20m and the last at 21h 00m, allowing you to cover the 493 km distance in as little as 2h 48m. Tickets are available from 34€ (1).

Paris to Saint-Etienne train best prices

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 17 August
Tuesday 18
Wednesday 19
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67 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Friday 21 August
36 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 22
55 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 23
64 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 24
39 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 25
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 26
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 27
36 € (1) TER
TER
Friday 28
54 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 29
48 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Sunday 30
49 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 31
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 1st September September
48 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Wednesday 2
35 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 3
39 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 4
45 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 5
40 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 6
66 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 7
39 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 8
35 € (1) TER
TER
Wednesday 9
34 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 10
39 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 11
50 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 12
40 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 13
44 € (1) TER
TER

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets from Paris to Saint-Etienne

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

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. If you are flexible, when booking your ticket, take the time to look for the cheapest dates and times for your journey. Be among the first to know about the best deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The journey on a train from Paris to Saint-Etienne will take you about 3h 12m. Travel time may vary depending on the operator.

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

The fastest train can complete the journey from Paris to Saint-Etienne in 2h 48m.

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

You can choose from 17 trains per day to travel from Paris to Saint-Etienne.

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

There is at least one Direct Journey available between Paris and Saint-Etienne.

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

The distance by train between Paris and Saint-Etienne is approximately 493 km.

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

Each day, the first train leaves Paris for Saint-Etienne at 6h 20m.

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

You can wait until 21h 00m at the latest to take the last Paris to Saint-Etienne train.

To leave Paris, which station(s) can I depart from?

On this page, you will find trains departing from: PARIS - GARE DE LYON - HALL 1 & 2.

At Saint-Etienne, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: SAINT-ETIENNE CHATEAUCREUX, SAINT-ETIENNE-CHATEAUCREUX GARE ROUTIERE.

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

The Paris – Saint-Etienne route is served by: OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI.

What services are offered on board?

If you want more flexibility on your OUIGO trips and to avoid being caught out by unexpected events, choose our "missed train" and "cancellation" options, in partnership with Allianz Travel.

If you travel on TGV INOUI, treat yourself to first class. With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, much more legroom, and wider seat and backrest, the first-class seat on your TGV INOUI journey has been designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

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

The price of a Paris – Saint-Etienne 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 Paris to Saint-Etienne 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 Paris to Saint-Etienne.

Price of a Paris – Saint-Etienne Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Paris to Saint-Etienne, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Paris to Saint-Etienne, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Paris – Saint-Etienne

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Paris – Saint-Etienne Train

The best way to pay less for your Paris to Saint-Etienne 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 Paris to Saint-Etienne, 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 Paris to Saint-Etienne and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Paris - Saint-Etienne. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

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

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

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Paris to Saint-Etienne on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Paris to Saint-Etienne: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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

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

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Paris to Saint-Etienne and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones
  • Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

  • Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
  • Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
  • Premium dedicated Customer Service
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

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

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

TGV INOUI

  • Hold a ticket

    Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.

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  • Travel in comfort

    Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.

  • Travel connected

    Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.

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  • Travel in first class

    With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • Space for your luggage

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Travel with your bike

    Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!

  • Nursury space for baby's

    Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.

  • Travel with your pet

    Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.

  • Your office at 300 km/h

    On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.

  • To travel further

    Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.

  • A gourmet break?

    We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.

  • New gestures

    Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.

  • Don't queue at the Bistro

    Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.

  • A world of services via the portal

    Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Paris to Saint-Etienne train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 20m 9h 40m 3h 20m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6641
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86710
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
7h 00m 10h 10m 3h 10m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6603
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86712
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
7h 52m 10h 48m 2h 56m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6681
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
9h 00m 12h 10m 3h 10m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6607
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86718
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
10h 00m 13h 10m 3h 10m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6609
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86720
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
11h 00m 14h 10m 3h 10m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6611
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86724
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
11h 52m 15h 10m 3h 18m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6613
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86762
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
12h 26m 15h 40m 3h 14m OUIGO, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7803
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 32 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86728
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
12h 52m 15h 48m 2h 56m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6685
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
13h 52m 17h 10m 3h 18m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6617
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86732
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
15h 00m 18h 10m 3h 10m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6619
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86736
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
15h 52m 19h 10m 3h 18m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6621
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Macon Loche Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 24 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86740
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
17h 00m 19h 48m 2h 48m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6687
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
17h 52m 21h 10m 3h 18m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6627
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 30 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 86748
  • Givors Ville
  • Rive-De-Gier
  • Saint-Chamond
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
19h 00m 21h 48m 2h 48m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6689
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Saint-Etienne Chateaucreux
19h 26m 23h 20m 3h 54m OUIGO, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    OUIGO 7805
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 58 min
  • Lyon-Part-Dieu - Gare Routiere
    TER 5193
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere
21h 00m 0h 24m 3h 24m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6633
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Macon Loche Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Lyon-Part-Dieu - Gare Routiere
    TER 5007
  • Saint-Etienne-Chateaucreux Gare Routiere