Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Saint-Étienne | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Saint-Étienne | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Madrid (South) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Madrid (South) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Saint-Étienne to Madrid
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$58 - $216 | Average Duration19h 40m | 22kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$120 - $120 | Average Duration13h 30m | 36kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Saint-Étienne and Madrid?
Stops in Saint-Étienne
- A
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
24 rue Constant Milleret, 42000 Saint-Etienne, France - 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 Madrid
- AMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- CAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
- E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Madrid by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Madrid start from $58. The average price for this route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
The average bus trip duration from Saint-Étienne to Madrid is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 536 miles (865 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Madrid at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Madrid generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60787 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Madrid, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $53 to $95 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop traveled bus routes
People from around the world trust Busbud
Popular bus departures from Saint-Étienne
- Find bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand
- Saint-Étienne to Lyon bus times and fares
- How to travel from Saint-Étienne to Grenoble
- Find bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Geneva
- Saint-Étienne to Milano bus times and fares
- How to travel from Saint-Étienne to Toulouse
- Find bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Paris