How can I travel from Lille to Saint-Étienne without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Lille to Saint-Étienne. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Saint-Étienne from Lille by bus?

On average, the trip from Lille to Saint-Étienne takes around 12h 5m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 10h 35m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 365 miles (588 km) that separate the two cities.

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

The distance separating Lille and Saint-Étienne is 365 miles (588 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Lille to Saint-Étienne start their journey at Lille - Boulevard de Turin and wind up at Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Lille to Saint-Étienne?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $34.

How much are the bus tickets from Lille to Saint-Étienne?

You can expect to pay around $65 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $34 and $123, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Bus Lille to Saint-Étienne from $38 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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from $153

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from $54

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 16 at 4:05am
Departure city: Lille
Departure location: Lille
Arrival time: June 16 at 4:50pm
Destination city: Saint-Étienne
Destination location: Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 45m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Lille to Saint-Étienne.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $123	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$149 - $213	Average Duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$40 - $100	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Lille to Saint-Étienne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Saint-Étienne. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4.4carpool per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest ticket

25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lille to Saint-Étienne: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$65

Average bus trip duration12h 5m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure3:00am

Distance364 miles (586 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,051 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,344 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Lille to Saint-Étienne Bus

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

Stops in Lille

A - Lille - Boulevard de Turin

B - 1 Place Saint-Hubert

C - Gare de Lille Europe

D - 253 Boulevard de Leeds

Stops in Saint-Étienne

A - Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux

B - Saint Etienne - Arrêt de Autobus

C - Saint Etienne

D - Saint-Etienne (Parking Abribus)

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lille - Saint-Étienne

How can I travel from Lille to Saint-Étienne without flying?
How long does it take to get to Saint-Étienne from Lille by bus?
What is the travel distance from Lille to Saint-Étienne?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lille to Saint-Étienne?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Lille to Saint-Étienne?
How much are the bus tickets from Lille to Saint-Étienne?

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

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$60

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$143

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$50

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The cheapest trip from Lille to Saint-Étienne was searched and found on Jun 16, 2025 with a price of $50

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lille to Saint-Étienne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $50 to $143 for a bus ticket from Lille to Saint-Étienne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-06-16.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Lille to Saint-Étienne.

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 Lille to Saint-Étienne.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lille to Saint-Étienne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 5m	Avg Price$65	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 9m	Avg Price$167	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time7h 20m	Avg Price$66	Daily Departures4

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Lille to Saint-Étienne Bus

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lille - Saint-Étienne

How can I travel from Lille to Saint-Étienne without flying?

How long does it take to get to Saint-Étienne from Lille by bus?

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

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

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Lille to Saint-Étienne?

How much are the bus tickets from Lille to Saint-Étienne?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Lille by bus?

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