The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille 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 Marseille to Saint-Étienne will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 11 buses that leave Marseille for Saint-Étienne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 250 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £297 Average Price |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Saint-Étienne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille 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 | 16:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 7h10 | 23:10 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 9h40 | 08:50 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
| Sunday 9 November | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 6h55 | 14:55 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
5866 · 85104 | 08:45 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 9h40 | 18:25 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 9h05 | 18:35 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 8h05 | 21:35 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Saint-Étienne
Buses from Marseille to Saint-Étienne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 250 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Marseille to Saint-ÉtienneYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Saint-Étienne with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Marseille to Saint-Étienne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saint-Etienne, Gare, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Saint-Étienne
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
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