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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 SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Aéroport LYS | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Aéroport LYS | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux | Aéroport LYS | No tags |
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Get from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
The journey takes about 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just TRY 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Saint-Étienne and Lyon?
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
Stops in Lyon
- B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France - C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saint-Étienne to Lyon 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 Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon start from TRY 225. The average price for this route is around TRY 337. 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 Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
The average bus travel time from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is 55m, covering a distance of 50 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Lyon at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Lyon generates an estimated 1.2392 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
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 11919 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Saint-Étienne to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Saint-Étienne to Lyon was searched and found on Jun 24, 2026 with a price of TRY 167To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Lyon, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 167 to TRY 2,241 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 167 which is on 2026-06-24.
Usually FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa 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 Lyon?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
