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Travel from Annecy to St-Étienne by train in 2 hours 48 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Annecy to St-Étienne by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Annecy to St-Étienne by train is 5 hours, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 48 minutes. Around 17 trains per day travel the 89 miles (143 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to St-Étienne. You can travel to St-Étienne with SNCF – the main train operator in France – who offer comfortable, quick journeys on either a TER or Intercités service.
Book train tickets from Annecy to St-Étienne in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £37.02. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
Annecy to St-Étienne by train
It takes an average of 5h 0m to travel from Annecy to St-Étienne by train, over a distance of around 89 miles (143 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Annecy to St-Étienne and tickets for this journey start from £37.02 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:44 | |
| Departure station | Annecy | |
| Arrival station | St-Étienne | |
| Journey time | From 2h 48m | |
| Distance | 89 miles (143 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £37.02 | |
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SNCF trains from Annecy to St-Étienne
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 Annecy to St-Étienne
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 Annecy to St-Étienne 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.