How to travel from Saint-Étienne to Lyon

There are 2 options to travel between Saint-Étienne and Lyon including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $5 (€4).

This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Lyon:

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Étienne to Lyon costing on average $15 (€12).

The fastest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 26m.

The distance from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is approximately 30 miles (49 km).

The average frequency per day from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is:

• Around 14 trains per day.
• Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saint-Étienne and Lyon as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Saint-Étienne to Lyon:

• Trains mostly depart from St-Étienne Châteaucreux and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
• Buses mostly depart from Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière and arrive in Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar to go to Lyon by bus.
• Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Lyon by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Saint-Étienne to Lyon with the following travel companies:

• 11 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar.
• 14 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).

Omio customers who travel from Saint-Étienne to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.

For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.