What is the cheapest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris is to rideshare which costs €30 - €33 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

The fastest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €100 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Saint-Étienne and Paris?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop and arriving at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Saint-Étienne and Paris?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Etienne Chateaucreux and arriving at Paris Gare De Lyon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

The distance between Saint-Étienne and Paris is 486 km. The road distance is 469.7 km.

How do I travel from Saint-Étienne to Paris without a car?

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €100 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

The train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Paris Gare De Lyon takes 2h 48m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Saint-Étienne to Paris bus from?

Saint-Étienne to Paris bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Saint-Étienne to Paris train from?

Saint-Étienne to Paris train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from St Etienne Chateaucreux station.

Train or bus from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €100 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €90 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Paris bus arrive?

Saint-Étienne to Paris bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Paris train arrive?

Saint-Étienne to Paris train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Can I drive from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Étienne to Paris is 470 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Saint-Étienne to Paris.

How do I get a train ticket from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

Book your Saint-Étienne to Paris train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

Book your Saint-Étienne to Paris bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Paris?

There are 1704+ hotels available in Paris.

Can I share a ride from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Saint-Étienne and Paris. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Saint-Étienne to Paris by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, plane, or car

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Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
2h 48m
€100–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saint-Étienne to Parisrideshare 468.6 km
6h 17m
€30–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 25m
€45–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane LYS - CDG
4h 27m
€138–318
Drive 469.7 km
1. Drive from Saint-Étienne to Pariscar 469.7 km
5h 23m
€73–105

Saint-Étienne to Paris by train (TGV)

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 485.9 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Saint-Étienne, France and Paris, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Paris Gare De Lyon every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–160 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €50–90 and the journey takes 8h 25m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a week.

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