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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gare Routière de Valence | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:33 AM CEST.
Get from Valence to Saint-Étienne
The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just ¥2,084, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Valence and Saint-Étienne
Stops in Valence
- A
Arrêt Valence Sud
48 Rue Denis Papin , 26000 Valence, France - B
Gare Routière de Valence
48 Rue Denis Papin, 26000 Valence, France - C
Bourg-les-Valence
926 Montée du Long, 26500 Bourg-lès-Valence, France - D
Portes-les-Valence
428-460 Rue Charles de Gaulle, 26800 Portes-lès-Valence, France
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Valence to Saint-Étienne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Valence to Saint-Étienne start from ¥2,084. The average price for this route is around ¥4,363. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
The average bus trip duration from Valence to Saint-Étienne is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 43 miles (69 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Valence to Saint-Étienne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
The earliest bus departs from Valence to Saint-Étienne at 11:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
A bus trip from Valence to Saint-Étienne generates an estimated 1.723825 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
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 12461 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Valence to Saint-Étienne?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
The cheapest trip from Valence to Saint-Étienne was searched and found on Aug 11, 2026 with a price of ¥1,818To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Valence to Saint-Étienne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ¥1,818 to ¥6,036 for a bus ticket from Valence to Saint-Étienne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ¥1,818 which is on 2026-08-11.
