How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon start at R 101. The average price for this route is around R 143. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

The average bus journey time from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is 1h, covering a distance of 46 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Lyon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Lyon at 05:05. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Saint-Étienne to Lyon from R 82 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:15	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 15m	20:30	Aéroport LYS	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	10:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 30m	08:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:50	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	10:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 30m	08:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:30	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 15m	11:45	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	10:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 30m	08:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	08:30	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	10:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 30m	08:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	08:30	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	10:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 30m	08:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	10:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 30m	08:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	08:30	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:00	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:50	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	10:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 30m	08:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:25 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Saint-Étienne to Lyon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24carpool per day

50mAverage duration

50 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 101 - R 997	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 82 - R 299	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Saint-Étienne and Lyon?

Stops in Saint-Étienne

A
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
24 rue Constant Milleret, 42000 Saint-Etienne, France
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B
Saint Etienne - Arrêt de Autobus
2 Espl. de France, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France
C
Saint Etienne
Boulevard des Mineurs, 42100 Saint-Étienne, France
D
Saint-Etienne (Parking Abribus)
4 Rue Constant Milleret, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France
E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 707 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saint-Étienne to Lyon by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon start at R 101. The average price for this route is around R 143. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
The average bus journey time from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is 1h, covering a distance of 46 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Lyon at 05:05. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/12

R 258

22/12

R 258

Today

R 259

24/12

R 83

25/12

R 83

26/12

R 83

27/12

R 83

28/12

R 104

The cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 83

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 83 to R 259 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 83, which is on 2025-12-25.