Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bordeaux. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 554, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 481 - R 3 204 | Average duration9h 15m | 10kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 554 - R 1 480 | Average duration5h 50m | 17kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Saint-Étienne and Bordeaux?
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 Bordeaux
- A
Gare Saint-Jean
33 Rue Charles Domercq, 33800 Bordeaux, France - B
Arrêt D'autobus Bordeaux
138 Rue des Terres de Borde, 33800 Bordeaux, France - C
Gare SNCF de Bordeaux - Parking Descas
Gare Routière De Bordeaux, Parking Descas, 33800 Bordeaux, France - D
137 Rue des Terres de Borde
137 Rue des Terres de Borde, 33800 Bordeaux, France - E
Gare St-Jean
32, rue Charles Domercq, Bordeaux, France - F
Quai de Paludate
Bordeaux Quai de Paludate, Quai de Paludate 18, 33800, Bordeaux, The stop is located near hotel Ibis.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux start at R 481. The average price for this route is around R 944. 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 Bordeaux?
The average bus journey time from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 395 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 44m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux?
The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux?
A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux produces an estimated 10 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 Bordeaux?
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 60942 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Bordeaux?
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 Bordeaux was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 654To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 654 to R 1 779 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 654, which is on 2026-01-06.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Saint-Étienne to Bordeaux?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
