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Musée d'Art et d'Industrie
Major design museum in a former arms factory, known for inventive exhibitions on objects, graphics and contemporary design.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£11
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£18
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
1 h 55 m
Buses on 20 Oct
8
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 £11.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 8 buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 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.
FlixBus
50670
89831
89835
89833
89831
89835
89833
89829
89827Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 8 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 29m.
Distance 109 km |
Average bus duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 29m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Étienne coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89833 | 16:00 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1h55 | 17:55 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
50670 | 18:30 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 3h00 | 21:30 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0 changesdirect | |
89835 | 18:30 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1h55 | 20:25 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
FlixBus | 3:50 Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 2h00 | 5:50 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 | |
89807 | 13:29 Clermont-Ferrand station | 2h59 | 16:28 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
89831 | 13:30 Clermont-Ferrand station | 1h55 | 15:25 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Major design museum in a former arms factory, known for inventive exhibitions on objects, graphics and contemporary design.
Museum dedicated to mining history, set on the former Couriot colliery site with preserved buildings and underground visits.
Contemporary art museum in the metropolitan area, with rotating exhibitions, spacious galleries and a strong modern collection.
Former industrial site turned cultural district, mixing design venues, heritage buildings and contemporary public spaces.
Central square framed by cafés, shops and civic buildings; a practical base for exploring the historic core on foot.
Large urban park with lawns, trees, play areas and water features, popular for relaxed walks close to the centre.
Hearty potato, cabbage and pork stew from the Saint-Étienne area, long linked to miners' and working families' cooking in the Forez and Pilat region.
A rich local gratin of potatoes with cream, often garlic and cheese, typical of nearby Forez home cooking and widely eaten around Saint-Étienne.
Blue cow's milk cheese from the Monts du Forez, protected and regionally emblematic. Salty, creamy and central to local cheeseboards and cooking.
Refined contemporary French restaurant with tasting menus and polished service, suited to a more special meal in Saint-Étienne.
Traditional bouchon-style address serving regional dishes and French classics in a warm, old-school setting popular with locals.
Established brasserie near the centre, known for dependable French cooking, seafood options and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
More affordable than larger French cities. Hotels, dining and local transport are moderate, with lower tourist premiums than Lyon or Paris.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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.

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, Châteaucreux Gare Routière. 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.
Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km), Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière).
Available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Elevators, ramps.
Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are food outlets nearby the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF. ATMs are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF.
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF: The station is partially accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is available for passengers. ATMs are available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière.
Available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière: The station is accessible with ramps and elevators.
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