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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Saint-Étienne to Thiers
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
80 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Saint-Étienne to Thiers 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 Thiers will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Saint-Étienne for Thiers 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 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 11 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.
10:201h56
Saint-Étienne12:16Thiers
£91One-way
0 changes
16:202h11
Saint-Étienne18:31Thiers
£141One-way
0 changes
10:201h56
Saint-Étienne12:16Thiers
£91One-way
0 changes
16:202h11
Saint-Étienne18:31Thiers
£141One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Saint-Étienne to Thiers
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Thiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 80 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Thiers bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:31
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:20 Saint-Étienne | 1h56 | 12:16 Thiers | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Saint-Étienne to Thiers
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Buses from Saint-Étienne to Thiers run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 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 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 56m |
First bus 05:45 |
Last bus 18:20 |
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: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus from Saint-Étienne to ThiersYou can travel by bus between Saint-Étienne to Thiers with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
SNCF | Autocar
About
SNCF, France's national state-owned rail company, also plays a role in bus transportation, often referred to as \Autocar\" in Europe. While primarily known for its extensive train network, SNCF Connect, their digital platform, partners with bus companies like FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus to offer affordable bus tickets for both domestic and international routes. Additionally, SNCF's regional TER services include both trains and coaches, providing daily travel options across France. The SNCF Group, through its subsidiary Keolis, operates various modes of transport worldwide, including trams, buses, and metros."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£9
SNCF | Autocar frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
Luggage storage
Automatic or manual luggage lockers are available in many stations.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
Refund
If your train is cancelled, you can request a full refund or exchange your ticket free of charge.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, and nursery corners with changing tables are available in 2nd class on TGV INOUI trains.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are authorized, but specific details regarding age and supervision are not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available on board, with options to pre-order meals on some services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are often included with your ticket, but some regional trains may not offer reservations, and certain business fares on specific lines allow boarding a full train without a guaranteed seat.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed, with specific conditions for folded, disassembled, or unfolded bikes.
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
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
5 a day
SNCF Bus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£18
SNCF Bus frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Saint-Étienne to Thiers coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Saint-Étienne to Thiers 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 Thiers.
Cheap coach tickets from Saint-Étienne to Thiers can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Saint-Étienne to Thiers is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Saint-Étienne and Thiers is on average 2 h 11 min for the 50 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Saint-Étienne to Thiers by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers leaves at 05: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers leaves at 18: 20.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Saint-Étienne to Thiers with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar or SNCF Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the route from Saint-Étienne to Thiers you can take a coach with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar or SNCF Bus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Saint-Étienne to Thiers on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Thiers from Saint-Étienne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Saint-Étienne to Thiers including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
No, luggage for the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saint-Étienne and Thiers
Saint-Étienne
Thiers
The major coach station for departures in Saint-Étienne is Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF for your trip from Saint-Étienne to Thiers.
Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF
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The major coach station for arrivals in Thiers is Thiers, Zone Industrielle du Felet. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thiers, Zone Industrielle du Felet for your trip to Thiers from Saint-Étienne.
Thiers, Zone Industrielle du Felet
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