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Take the train from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV in 3 hours 48 minutes
If you want to travel from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train to take around 5 hours 56 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 48 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 7 trains per day running on this route, which spans 39 miles (63 km). You’ll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV. SNCF is the main train company operating on this route, as they are the national rail operator in France. You're likely to be hopping onto either a regional TER or Intercités service, both of which have plenty of space for luggage and modern comfortable seating.
You can save money on train tickets from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train
| First train | 06:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:05 | |
| Departure station | St-Étienne Bellevue | |
| Arrival station | Lyon St-Exupéry TGV | |
| Journey time | From 3h 48m | |
| Distance | 39 miles (63 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF |
FAQs about the train journey from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV
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SNCF trains from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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Cheap train tickets from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from St-Étienne Bellevue to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.