Lyon to Saint-Étienne by train
Saint-Étienne lies 50 km (31 mi) south-west of Lyon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 18 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 61 km (38 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Lyon | Saint-Étienne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 520,774 | 176,280 |
| Elevation | 173 m (568 ft) | 529 m (1,736 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Gare de Lyon-Part-Dieu, Gare de Lyon-Perrache, Gare de Lyon-Jean Macé | Gare de Saint-Étienne-Châteaucreux, Gare de Saint-Étienne-La Terrasse, Gare de Saint-Etienne-Bellevue |
| Postal codes | 69000–69998 CEDEX 07 | 42000–42969 CEDEX 9 |
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Common questions
How far is Saint-Étienne from Lyon?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Lyon; by road roughly 61 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Saint-Étienne by train?
About 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lyon and Saint-Étienne?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.