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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 42 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 6 buses that leave Bordeaux for Saint-Étienne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 396 km distance in an average of 8 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 396 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price | £146 Average Price |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne coaches for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 21:40 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h10 | 04:50 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 01:45 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h05 | 08:50 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:20 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 10h15 | 18:35 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:35 Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 10h00 | 18:35 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
| 50670 | 11:30 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h00 | 20:30 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne
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Buses from Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 396 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 396 km |
Average bus duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Bordeaux to Saint-ÉtienneYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Saint-Étienne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint-Étienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Bordeaux, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate. When arriving in Saint-Étienne, you can end your journey in coach stations like Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière and Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes, which is located around 2.5 miles (4.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Saint-Étienne
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
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