The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Saint-Chamond
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 19
35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
35 m
Trains on Sep 19
24
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Saint-Chamond is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Saint-Chamond will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 24 trains from Lyon to Saint-Chamond, including 22 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
88621911:31 AM0h45Gare de Lyon-Perrache12:16 PMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
8867108:54 AM0h35Lyon Part Dieu9:29 AMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
88676011:54 AM0h36Lyon Part Dieu12:30 PMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
8862231:31 PM0h45Gare de Lyon-Perrache2:16 PMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
8867149:54 AM0h35Lyon Part Dieu10:29 AMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
8867108:54 AM0h35Lyon Part Dieu9:29 AMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
8867149:54 AM0h35Lyon Part Dieu10:29 AMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
88671610:54 AM0h35Lyon Part Dieu11:29 AMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
88672212:54 PM0h35Lyon Part Dieu1:29 PMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
8867282:54 PM0h35Lyon Part Dieu3:29 PMSaint-Chamond station€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lyon to Saint-Chamond
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Saint-Chamond among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€10 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Saint-Chamond:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Saint-Chamond costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Saint-Chamond take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 4m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (40m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €8 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, 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 to Saint-Chamond train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Saint-Chamond trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
886213 | 8:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 9:16 AM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886710 | 8:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 9:29 AM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886215 | 9:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 10:16 AM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886714 | 9:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 10:29 AM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
6681+ 886269 | 10:06 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h06 | 11:12 AM Saint-Chamond station | 1 transfer | |
886217 | 10:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 11:16 AM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886716 | 10:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 11:29 AM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886219 | 11:31 AM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 12:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886760 | 11:54 AM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h36 | 12:30 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886221 | 12:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 1:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886722 | 12:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 1:29 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886223 | 1:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 2:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886726 | 1:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 2:29 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886225 | 2:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 3:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886728 | 2:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 3:29 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
6685+ 886277 | 3:06 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 1h06 | 4:12 PM Saint-Chamond station | 1 transfer | |
886227 | 3:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 4:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886764 | 3:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 4:29 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886231 | 4:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 5:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886734 | 4:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 5:29 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886235 | 5:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 6:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886738 | 5:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 6:29 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886239 | 6:31 PM Gare de Lyon-Perrache | 0h45 | 7:16 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
886742 | 6:54 PM Lyon Part Dieu | 0h35 | 7:29 PM Saint-Chamond station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Saint-Chamond
Trains from Lyon to Saint-Chamond run on average 16 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon to Saint-Chamond trainsTER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Saint-Chamond from €5. 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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FAQs: Trains from Lyon to Saint-Chamond
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Saint-Chamond 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 Saint-Chamond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon to Saint-Chamond
Most Lyon to Saint-Chamond trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Saint-Chamond station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Saint-Chamond train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do trains to Saint-Chamond leave from?
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Lyon-Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon-Perrache train station facilities and services
Lyon-Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM machine is located in Hall Level 2 in front of the PAUL bakery.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the ticket office, located in Hall Level 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Perrache: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Perrache: Hearing, mobility, and visual disability assistance. Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lyon Centre Chateau Perrache, Hotel De Normandie, InterContinental Lyon-Hotel Dieu.
Getting to Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière train station facilities and services
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière.
Which Saint-Chamond station do trains from Lyon arrive at?
Getting to Saint-Chamond from Saint-Chamond city centre
Saint-Chamond train station facilities and services
Saint-Chamond has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Saint-Chamond, La Table de Saint-Chamond
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Chamond. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saint-Chamond. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Chamond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Chamond: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Chamond: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne, Hotel Campanile Saint-Étienne.
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