Saint-Étienne to Grenoble by train
Grenoble lies 107 km (67 mi) east of Saint-Étienne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 39 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 131 km (81 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Saint-Étienne | Grenoble | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 176,280 | 158,552 |
| Elevation | 529 m (1,736 ft) | 225 m (738 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Gare de Saint-Étienne-Châteaucreux, Gare de Saint-Étienne-La Terrasse, Gare de Saint-Etienne-Bellevue | Grenoble railway station |
| Postal codes | 42000–42969 CEDEX 9 | 38000–38900 CEDEX 9 |
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Common questions
How far is Grenoble from Saint-Étienne?
107 km (67 mi) in a straight line, east of Saint-Étienne; by road roughly 131 km (81 mi).
How long does it take to get from Saint-Étienne to Grenoble by train?
About 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Saint-Étienne and Grenoble?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- 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.