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About the train journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne

Want to travel from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne usually takes 3 hours 59 minutes on average to travel 261 miles (419 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 11 minutes. You can expect to find 11 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and St-Étienne, you’ll need to make 1 change on your way to St-Étienne.

To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to St-Étienne, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you’re ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne by train

First train

05:05

Last train

20:39

Departure station

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

Arrival station

St-Étienne

Journey time

From 3h 11m

Distance

261 miles (419 km)

Frequency

11 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne

Want to know more about your journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to St-Étienne from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport?

To travel to St-Étienne from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 59 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 3 hours and 11 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne?

Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne take an average of 3 hours and 59 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours and 11 minutes. You'll usually find 11 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and St-Étienne by train?

The quickest journey time between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and St-Étienne by train is 3 hours and 11 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne?

No, there are no direct trains running from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne train times

Check out the next trains departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to St-Étienne for Tuesday 8th July 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
04:0508:434h 38m, 3 changes
05:5709:133h 16m, 1 change
07:2910:433h 14m, 1 change
07:5511:133h 18m, 1 change
08:5912:113h 12m, 1 change
11:0014:113h 11m, 1 change
12:5816:113h 13m, 1 change
13:5917:133h 14m, 1 change
17:0020:133h 13m, 1 change
17:2021:574h 37m, 2 changes

Cheap train tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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.

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