Bus Tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon

Next departures

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Lyon on October 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Lyon - Perrache Bus StationCheapestFastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Lyon - Perrache Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
PerracheNo tags
BlaBlaCar Bus
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Lyon - Perrache Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
PerracheNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:16 AM CEST.

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 3 ways to go from Saint-Étienne to Lyon

Bus
Average PriceUS$6 - US$26Average Duration1h 10m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$17 - US$26Average Duration47m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$5 - US$16Average Duration50m
2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Saint-Étienne to Lyon

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 US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22carpool per day
50mAverage Duration
US$5Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Saint-Étienne to Lyon: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$7
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 10m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure5:55am
Distance47 km
Latest bus departure6:25pm

Saint-Étienne to Lyon Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Saint-Étienne to Lyon will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Lyon from Saint-Étienne, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Saint-Étienne - Lyon

  1. What is the distance between Saint-Étienne and Lyon?

    The distance between Saint-Étienne and Lyon is around 50 km (31 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux, in Saint-Étienne, and end it at Lyon Airport, in Lyon.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-05
US$8
10-06
US$8
Today
US$5
10-08
US$5
10-09
US$5
10-10
US$5
10-11
US$5
10-12
US$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon was searched and found on Oct 11, 2025 with a price of US$5

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 US$5 to US$46 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 US$5 which is on 2025-10-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Saint-Étienne to Lyon.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Saint-Étienne to Lyon, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Saint-Étienne to Lyon.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Saint-Étienne to Lyon.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Saint-Étienne by bus?

Bus from Lyon to Saint-Étienne

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travellers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Buses Connecting Saint-Étienne

Buses Leaving from Saint-Étienne

Buses Going to Saint-Étienne

Popular Buses Connecting Lyon

Buses Leaving from Lyon

Buses Going to Lyon