The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 23 trains that leave Lyon Part Dieu for St-Étienne Châteaucreux on Sun, May 10, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 46 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.
8867108:54 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu9:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$181One-way0 transfers
8867149:54 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu10:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$181One-way0 transfers
88671610:54 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu11:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$181One-way0 transfers
88676011:54 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu12:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$181One-way0 transfers
8867261:54 PM0h46Lyon Part Dieu2:40 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$181One-way0 transfers
66853:06 PM0h42Lyon Part Dieu3:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$311One-way0 transfers
66877:06 PM0h42Lyon Part Dieu7:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$311One-way0 transfers
66899:06 PM0h42Lyon Part Dieu9:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$311One-way0 transfers
8867108:54 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu9:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$181One-way0 transfers
8867149:54 AM0h46Lyon Part Dieu10:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to St-Étienne Châteaucreux take longer:
Bus takes on average 56m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (44m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $13 (€10) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
886734 | 4:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 5:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
6619+ 886235 | 5:02 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h24 | 6:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
886738 | 5:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 6:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
6621+ 886239 | 6:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h20 | 7:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
886742 | 6:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 7:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
6687 | 7:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h42 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
886746 | 7:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 8:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
886748 | 8:24 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 9:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 10 | |||||
886710 | 8:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 9:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
886627 · 886215 | 8:58 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h28 | 10:26 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
886714 | 9:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 10:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
886716 | 10:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h46 | 11:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
6607+ 886219 | 11:02 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h24 | 12:26 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Trains from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux run on average 8 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 6:54 AM |
Last train 9:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lyon Part Dieu and St-Étienne Châteaucreux from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
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TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux 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 St-Étienne Châteaucreux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon Part Dieu to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 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
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