Bus from Saint-Étienne to Madrid: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Madrid on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
    		Estación SurCheapestFastest
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
      		Estación SurNo tags
      Union IvkoniBus
        		Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
        		Estación SurNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:59 AM CET.

        Compare 2 ways to go from Saint-Étienne to Madrid

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        13h 30mAverage Duration
        535 milesDistance
        36kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$58 - $248Average Duration19h 55m
        22kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$120 - $120Average Duration13h 30m
        36kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Madrid by bus

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

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Madrid start from $58. The average price for this route is around $116. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?

          The average bus trip duration from Saint-Étienne to Madrid is 19h 55m, covering a distance of 536 miles (865 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, ALSA.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Madrid at 5:55am. And the latest bus departs at 6:25pm.

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

          A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Madrid generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

          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 60868 reviews.

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

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Saint-Étienne to Madrid?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

          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.

        Best price found
        12/09
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        12/10
        $78
        Today
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        12/12
        $85
        12/13
        $175
        12/14
        $85
        12/15
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        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $78

        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 Madrid, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $78 to $175 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-12-12.

        Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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 Madrid?

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