Bus from Saint-Étienne to Nice: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Saint-Étienne to Nice on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'AzurCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:49 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Saint-Étienne to Nice

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 640, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
4h 10mAverage duration
299 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 519 - R 1 725Average duration10h 15m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 640 - R 1 203Average duration4h 10m
13kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Nice start at R 519. The average price for this route is around R 909. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    The average bus journey time from Saint-Étienne to Nice is 10h 15m, covering a distance of 298 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Nice route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Nice at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 13:35.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Nice produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    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 11197 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    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
05/12
R 810
06/12
R 1 098
Today
R 704
08/12
No data
09/12
R 777
10/12
No data
11/12
R 487
12/12
R 652
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Nice was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 487

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 Nice as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 487 to R 1 098 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Nice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 487, which is on 2025-12-11.

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.

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