Bus from Saint-Étienne to Nice: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Nice on December 9
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: Last Saturday at 4:49 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Saint-Étienne to Nice

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nice. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day
4h 10mAverage Duration
186 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$30 - $100Average Duration10h 15m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$37 - $70Average Duration4h 10m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Nice 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 Nice?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Nice start from $30. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Nice?

    The average bus trip duration from Saint-Étienne to Nice is 10h 15m, covering a distance of 185 miles (298 km). The quickest bus can get 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 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 1:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Nice generates an estimated 7 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 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 has the most timely service from Saint-Étienne to Nice?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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
12/06
$64
12/07
$41
Today
No data
12/09
$45
12/10
No data
12/11
$29
12/12
$38
12/13
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Nice was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $29

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 $29 to $64 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 $29 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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