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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris 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 Paris to Saint-Étienne will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 11 buses that leave Paris for Saint-Étienne every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 411 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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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94765 · 85104
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Paris to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 £14, and a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 411 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price | £163 Average Price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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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
Paris to Saint-Étienne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Saint-Étienne coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94765 · 85104 | 08:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h20 | 18:25 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 8h05 | 18:35 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5131 · 50670 | 11:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h00 | 20:30 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1 change | |
| 5709 · 7660 | 22:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h15 | 11:00 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1 change | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 9h25 | 14:55 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1 change | |
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Overview: Bus from Paris to Saint-Étienne
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Buses from Paris to Saint-Étienne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. 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 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 411 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 411 km |
Average bus duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Paris to Saint-ÉtienneYou can travel by bus between Paris to Saint-Étienne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Saint-Étienne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Saint-Étienne
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
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