Find coaches from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		La Rochelle
    		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne ChâteaucreuxNo tags
    FlixBus
      		La Rochelle
      		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne ChâteaucreuxNo tags
      FlixBus
        		La Rochelle
        		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne ChâteaucreuxNo tags
        FlixBus
          		La Rochelle
          		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne ChâteaucreuxNo tags
          BlaBlaCar Bus
            		La Rochelle
            		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne ChâteaucreuxNo tags

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            Get from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1bus per day
            11h 50mAverage duration
            437 kmDistance
            11kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$79
            Average bus trip duration11h 50m
            Number of daily buses1
            Earliest bus departure18:55
            Distance437 km
            Latest bus departure22:00

            La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip La Rochelle - Saint-Étienne

            1. How much does a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne cost?

              The bus ticket price from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne starts at US$60. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne?

              The average travel time between La Rochelle and Saint-Étienne is around 11h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 439 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between La Rochelle and Saint-Étienne?

              The number of buses from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne?

              When taking the bus from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne?

              Buses travelling between La Rochelle and Saint-Étienne leave from Gare routière de La Rochelle or La Rochelle (Gare routière) and arrive at Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux, Saint Etienne - Arrêt de Autobus, Saint Etienne.

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            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from La Rochelle to Saint-Étienne will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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