The cheapest and fastest coaches from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier 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 Montpellier will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 5 buses that leave Saint-Étienne for Montpellier 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 207 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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 Saint-Étienne to Montpellier
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. 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 £12, and a flight costs an average of £205.
Distance: 207 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £320 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Montpellier bus times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Montpellier coaches for today, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
85101 · 51041 | 08:10 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 8h20 | 16:30 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 9h55 | 02:35 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
7757 · 51039 | 17:25 Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 9h50 | 03:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 9 December | |||||
![]() | 03:55 Saint-Étienne | 6h55 | 10:50 Montpellier | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:20 Saint-Étienne | 8h00 | 12:20 Montpellier | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier
Buses from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 207 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 207 km |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus from Saint-Étienne to MontpellierYou can travel by bus between Saint-Étienne to Montpellier with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Saint-Étienne to Montpellier coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Montpellier 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 Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saint-Étienne and Montpellier
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 6, 7, 11 Tram: 2
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