Saint-Étienne to Villeurbanne by train
Villeurbanne lies 53 km (33 mi) north-east of Saint-Étienne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 19 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 65 km (40 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Saint-Étienne | Villeurbanne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 176,280 | 131,445 |
| Elevation | 529 m (1,736 ft) | 177 m (581 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 | Gare de Villeurbanne |
| Postal codes | 42000–42969 CEDEX 9 | 69100–69629 CEDEX |
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Common questions
How far is Villeurbanne from Saint-Étienne?
53 km (33 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Saint-Étienne; by road roughly 65 km (40 mi).
How long does it take to get from Saint-Étienne to Villeurbanne by train?
About 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Saint-Étienne and Villeurbanne?
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.