Taxi Lyon → Saint-Étienne
Your Lyon → Saint-Étienne transfer at a fixed price of €120–€145. Online booking, professional driver 24/7.
A taxi between Lyon and Saint-Étienne costs between €120 and €145 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 62 kilometres and a journey time of from 50 to 75 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes A47, with no tolls (A47 sans péage). A van for up to seven passengers starts at €190. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
62 km
Duration
50 min
Estimated price
€120–€145
Availability
24/7
Lyon and Saint-Étienne form a unique urban duo in France. The Capital of the Gauls on one side, the City of Design on the other, these two metropolises share a common industrial history and remarkable economic complementarity. Every day, thousands of commuters, professionals and visitors make this journey for business meetings, sporting events at Geoffroy-Guichard stadium, or cultural visits to the Cité du Design. A taxi remains the most comfortable solution for this trip, especially when travelling with luggage or in a group. Unlike the TER train which requires getting to Part-Dieu or Perrache station, a taxi picks you up at your exact address in Lyon and drops you directly at your destination in Saint-Étienne, with no transfers or platform waiting. TaxiNeo offers a guaranteed fixed rate for this route, with no surprises due to traffic or weather conditions.
Route
Route Lyon → Saint-Étienne
The journey typically begins in central Lyon, whether you are departing from the Presqu'île, the Part-Dieu district, or any other point in the metropolitan area. The driver quickly reaches the Fourvière tunnel or the southern ring road to access the A47 towards Saint-Étienne. The motorway follows the Rhône to Givors, then enters the Gier Valley, a natural corridor between the Lyonnais hills and the Pilat massif. You pass through Rive-de-Gier, known for its glass-making heritage, then Saint-Chamond, the former capital of braid and lace. Arrival in Saint-Étienne is via the Terrenoire district or the Métare interchange depending on your final destination. The entire route is toll-free, which is a notable advantage over other regional motorways. Under normal conditions, allow 50 minutes; during rush hours, particularly between 7:30 and 9:00 AM, the journey can extend to 75 minutes due to slowdowns at Givors and Rive-de-Gier.
Main route: A47 — no tolls (A47 sans péage)
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Lyon → Saint-Étienne
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Lyon → Saint-Étienne route
To optimise your Lyon — Saint-Étienne journey, we recommend departing before 7:00 AM or after 9:30 AM in the morning, and before 4:30 PM or after 7:00 PM in the evening. The A47 is one of France's most congested motorways during rush hours, with recurring traffic jams between Givors and Rive-de-Gier. If you are travelling for a match at Geoffroy-Guichard stadium, remember to book your return taxi in advance as demand is very high after AS Saint-Étienne games. For business trips, our drivers know Saint-Étienne's business zones perfectly (Technopôle, Châteaucreux, Monthieu) and can drop you directly at your meeting venue. Our vehicles have Wi-Fi and USB ports so you can work during the journey. In winter, be aware that the Gier Valley can be prone to black ice, but our drivers are equipped with winter tyres for your safety.
Tolls: no tolls (A47 sans péage)
Pricing
Taxi fare Lyon → Saint-Étienne
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€120–€145
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€138–€167
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€132–€160
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Lyon to Saint-Étienne?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TER Lyon — Saint-Étienne costs around €12.40 and takes 45 minutes, but requires getting to the station and waiting for the next departure. BlaBlaCar offers rides between €5 and €8, but with inflexible schedules and no punctuality guarantee. By personal car, the journey costs around €8 in diesel with no tolls. The TaxiNeo taxi at €120–€145 (shareable among 1 to 4 passengers) offers door-to-door comfort, complete schedule flexibility and the certainty of arriving on time. For 2 to 4 people travelling together, the cost per person (€22 to €45) becomes very competitive against the train, especially when adding the cost of a taxi or VTC to reach the station.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€120–€145
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€190
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Lyon → Saint-Étienne
What is the price of a taxi Lyon — Saint-Étienne?
The flat rate is €120–€145 all inclusive. Price guaranteed at booking. The Lyon — Saint-Étienne route covers about 62 km by road. Allow 50 minutes in light traffic and up to 75 minutes at peak hours. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €190.
How long is the Lyon — Saint-Étienne journey?
About 50 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Allow 50 minutes in light traffic and up to 75 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €120 to €145, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €190. The usual route takes A47.
On the Lyon — Saint-Étienne route, can I book in advance?
Yes, booking available up to 30 days in advance. Free cancellation up to 6 hours before. The price booked in advance ranges from €120 to €145, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €190. The usual route takes A47. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
On the Lyon — Saint-Étienne route, is the service available 24/7?
Yes, our drivers are available 24/7. 15% night surcharge between 7pm and 7am. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €190. The usual route takes A47. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up. The driver tracks your flight or train and adjusts the pick-up time if it is delayed.
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