The cheapest and fastest coaches from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Clermont-Ferrand 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 Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 10 buses that leave Clermont-Ferrand for Saint-Étienne every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.
FlixBus3:502h00Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)5:50Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF£121One-way0 changes
74623:151h45Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)5:00Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:051h45Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)9:50Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF£161One-way0 changes
8982911:001h55Clermont-Ferrand station12:55Saint-Étienne£181One-way0 changes
8980713:292h59Clermont-Ferrand station16:28Saint-Étienne£181One-way0 changes
74623:151h45Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)5:00Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:051h45Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)9:50Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF£161One-way0 changes
8983316:001h55Clermont-Ferrand station17:55Saint-Étienne£191One-way0 changes
8983518:301h55Clermont-Ferrand station20:25Saint-Étienne£191One-way0 changes
8982911:001h55Clermont-Ferrand station12:55Saint-Étienne£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 109 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne coaches for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 4h10 | 19:10 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:05 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 3h30 | 20:35 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
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7462 | 3:15 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1h45 | 5:00 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 2h00 | 5:50 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 1h45 | 9:50 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 changesdirect | |
89827 | 8:30 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1h55 | 10:25 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
89829 | 11:00 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1h55 | 12:55 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne
Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 109 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 109 km |
Average bus duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, REGION - cars Région Express from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-ÉtienneYou can travel by bus between Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, REGION - cars Région Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clermont-Ferrand 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Clermont-Ferrand and Saint-Étienne
Most Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne buses use the Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) to Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Etienne, Gare. Use this guide to compare Clermont-Ferrand and Saint-Étienne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Clermont-Ferrand station do buses to Saint-Étienne leave from?
Getting to Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) from Clermont-Ferrand city centre
Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) bus station facilities and services
Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km), Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière from Clermont-Ferrand city centre
Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km), Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont Ferrand, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF from Saint-Étienne city centre
Getting to Saint-Etienne, Gare from Saint-Étienne city centre
Most popular bus connections from Clermont-Ferrand
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