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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux will cost around $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
Of the 15 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for St-Étienne Châteaucreux on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 408 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
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8867106:20 AM3h20Paris Gare de Lyon9:40 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1201One-way1 transfer- 6603+8867127:00 AM3h10Paris Gare de Lyon10:10 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1321One-way1 transfer
- 66817:52 AM2h56Paris Gare de Lyon10:48 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1461One-way0 transfers
- 6627+8867485:52 PM3h18Paris Gare de Lyon9:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1581One-way1 transfer
- 6611+88672411:00 AM3h10Paris Gare de Lyon2:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1581One-way1 transfer
- 66897:00 PM2h48Paris Gare de Lyon9:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2011One-way0 transfers
- 66875:00 PM2h48Paris Gare de Lyon7:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2011One-way0 transfers
- 668512:52 PM2h56Paris Gare de Lyon3:48 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2011One-way0 transfers
- 66817:52 AM2h56Paris Gare de Lyon10:48 AMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$1461One-way0 transfers
- 6607+8867189:00 AM3h10Paris Gare de Lyon12:10 PMSt-Étienne Châteaucreux$2371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 253 miles (408 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $208 Average price | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux costing on average $96 (€78).
A bus is $167 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux costing on average $208 (€170).
Other travel options to St-Étienne Châteaucreux take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 53m.
Bus takes on average 6h 55m.
The journey is about 2h 6m faster (2h 53m by train vs 4h 59m by car) and roughly $49 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($96 (€78) vs $144 (€118)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6633+ 30601 | On time 9:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h24 | 12:24 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| 6641+886710 | 6:20 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h20 | 9:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6603+886712 | 7:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 10:10 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6643+886714 | 7:26 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h14 | 10:40 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6681 | 7:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h56 | 10:48 AM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6607+886718 | 9:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 12:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6609+886720 | 10:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 1:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6611+886724 | 11:00 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 2:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6613+886762 | 11:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h18 | 3:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6685 | 12:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h56 | 3:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6619+886736 | 3:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h10 | 6:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6621+886740 | 3:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h18 | 7:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6687 | 5:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h48 | 7:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6663+886746 | 5:26 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h14 | 8:40 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6627+886748 | 5:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h18 | 9:10 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 1 transfer | |
| 6689 | 7:00 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h48 | 9:48 PM St-Étienne Châteaucreux | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
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Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 253 miles (408 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 253 miles (408 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and St-Étienne Châteaucreux from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 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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