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

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine is to drive which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €11 - €16.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine. However, there are services departing from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere and arriving at Lycée Vinci via Petite Vitesse - Gare SNCF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine. However, there are services departing from St Etienne Chateaucreux and arriving at La Verpilliere via Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine?

The distance between Saint-Étienne and Villefontaine is 91 km. The road distance is 71.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €15 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine, including transfers.

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

Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere station.

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

Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Etienne Chateaucreux station.

Train or bus from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine?

The best way to get from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs €15 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €22 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine bus arrive?

Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Vienne Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine train arrive?

Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine.

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

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Where can I stay near Villefontaine?

There are 1021+ hotels available in Villefontaine.

Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine by train (TGV), bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to La Verpillieretrain Ter
1h 17m
€15–31
Drive 71.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint-Étienne to Villefontainecar 71.6 km
1h 2m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere to Vienne Gare Routierebus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Petite Vitesse - Gare SNCF to Lycée Vincibus T37 / ...
2h 37m
€16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saint-Étienne to Villefontainetaxi 71.6 km
1h 2m
€160–190

Saint-Étienne to Villefontaine by train

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Distance: 90.7 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to La Verpilliere via Lyon Part Dieu in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint Etienne Chtx G.Routiere to Lycée Vinci via Vienne Gare Routiere and Petite Vitesse - Gare SNCF in around 2h 37m.

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