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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
210 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Fast coaches
Of the 1 buses that leave Saint-Étienne for Lausanne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 210 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
06:004h15
Saint-Étienne10:15Lausanne
£171One-way
0 changes
06:004h15
Saint-Étienne10:15Lausanne
£171One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Saint-Étienne to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 210 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Lausanne bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:55 Saint-Étienne | 5h30 | 13:25 Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne
France
Switzerland
Buses from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 210 km |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 18:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Saint-Étienne to LausanneYou can travel by bus between Saint-Étienne to Lausanne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest Price
£15
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£15
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Union Ivkoni - Unibus frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Saint-Étienne to Lausanne coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
Cheap coach tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Saint-Étienne to Lausanne is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Lausanne from Saint-Étienne is on average 5 h 30 min for the 130 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Lausanne from Saint-Étienne by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne leaves at 05: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne leaves at 22: 45.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the route from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne you can take a coach with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni - Unibus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Saint-Étienne and Lausanne on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne is November.
You have options as you can travel from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
No, luggage for the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saint-Étienne and Lausanne
Saint-Étienne
Lausanne
The major coach station for departures in Saint-Étienne is Saint-Etienne, Gare. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Saint-Etienne, Gare for your trip from Saint-Étienne to Lausanne.
Saint-Etienne, Gare
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Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF
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The major coach station for arrivals in Lausanne is Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome for your trip to Lausanne from Saint-Étienne.
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