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

The cheapest coach tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon start from £5. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get 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 38 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m 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 7 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 05:55. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.

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

A bus journey from Saint-Étienne to Lyon produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which 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 11143 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, 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 £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:40	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	18:40	Perrache	Fastest

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 10m	10:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	06:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	08:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	09:55	Perrache	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 10m	10:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	06:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:45	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	13:45	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	06:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	18:25	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	19:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 7 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	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	06:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	18:25	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	19:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 8 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	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 10m	10:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	06:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 10m	10:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	06:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 40m	15:15	Aéroport LYS	No tags

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Lyon on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 10m	10:20	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	13:35	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	55m	14:30	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h 20m	16:40	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:55	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	06:55	Perrache	No tags
Bus	17:40	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	1h	18:40	Perrache	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 14:09 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 £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27carpool per day

50mAverage duration

31 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £22	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £14	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
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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

3.5/511,187 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,507 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
The cheapest coach tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon start from £5. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get 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 38 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m 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 7 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 05:55. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
A bus journey from Saint-Étienne to Lyon produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 11143 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
Based on Busbud reviews, 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

01/12

£6

02/12

£8

Today

£4

04/12

£4

05/12

£4

06/12

£4

07/12

£4

08/12

£4

The cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

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 £4 to £17 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 £4, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually FlixBus 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.