The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lille to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
587 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lille 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 Lille to Saint-Étienne will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 7 buses that leave Lille for Saint-Étienne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 587 km distance in an average of 10 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 30 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Lille to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 587 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price | £63 Average Price |
10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lille to Saint-Étienne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lille 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h05 | 14:55 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 9 November | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 11h55 | 18:35 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
3275 · 1703 | 09:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 11h35 | 20:45 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 13h50 | 23:10 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking) | 13h30 | 23:10 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lille to Saint-Étienne
Buses from Lille to Saint-Étienne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 587 km distance in 10h 35m.
Distance 587 km |
Average bus duration 9h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lille to Saint-ÉtienneYou can travel by bus between Lille to Saint-Étienne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lille to Saint-Étienne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Saint-Étienne
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro de Lille (0.2 km)
- Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 12, 18, 50 Metro: M1, M2 Train: TGV, TER
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