What is the travel distance from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

The distance between the two cities is 255 miles (412 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Saint-Étienne to Paris?

The majority of buses traveling from Saint-Étienne to Paris start their journey at Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux and wind up at Bercy Seine. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Paris?

Once in Paris, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Château de Versailles, Champs-Élysées, Musée d’Orsay, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris and Pont Neuf.

Bus Saint-Étienne to Paris from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Paris on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:40pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h 35m	3:15am	Bercy Seine	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	8h 30m	5:40pm	Paris - Orly Airport (ORY), P5 parking	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h 5m	6:15pm	Bercy Seine	No tags
Bus	5:40pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	10h 25m	4:05am	Aéroport CDG	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h 50m	11:00pm	Bercy Seine	No tags

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Paris on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	7h 55m	4:50pm	Bercy Seine	Cheapest
Bus	8:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	7h 15m	4:10pm	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	7h 25m	10:45pm	Bercy Seine	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	8h 55m	5:50pm	Aéroport CDG	No tags
Bus	5:40pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	10h 25m	4:05am	Aéroport CDG	No tags

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Paris on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h 5m	6:15pm	Bercy Seine	Cheapest
Bus	8:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	7h 15m	4:10pm	Aéroport Orly Airport (ORY) Terminals 1-3	Fastest
Bus	1:10pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h 50m	11:00pm	Bercy Seine	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	8h 55m	5:50pm	Aéroport CDG	No tags
Bus	1:35pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h	10:35pm	Bercy Seine	No tags

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Paris on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:35pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h	10:35pm	Bercy Seine	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	7h 25m	10:45pm	Bercy Seine	Fastest
Bus	1:10pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h 50m	11:00pm	Bercy Seine	No tags
Bus	6:25pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	11h 10m	5:35am	Paris South/Sud - Massy-Palaiseau	No tags

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Paris on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	11h 10m	5:35am	Paris South/Sud - Massy-Palaiseau	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	7h 25m	10:45pm	Bercy Seine	Fastest
Bus	1:10pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h 50m	11:00pm	Bercy Seine	No tags
Bus	1:35pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	9h	10:35pm	Bercy Seine	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Saint-Étienne to Paris

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Paris. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

254 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $164	Average Duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $82	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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

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 Paris

A
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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B
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France
C
Charles de Gaulle Airport
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D
Orly Airport
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E
Porte Maillot
24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
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F
Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
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BlaBlaCar Bus

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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Paris by bus

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What are the best sights and things to do in Paris?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/22

$32

11/23

$56

Today

$25

11/25

$25

11/26

$28

11/27

$22

11/28

$28

11/29

$22

The cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Paris was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $22

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 Paris, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $59 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Paris based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-29.