The cheapest and fastest coaches from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
20 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Lyon will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $3.
Of the 12 buses that leave Saint-Étienne for Lyon every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$6 Average Price Cheapest | $17 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Lyon coaches for today, Friday, 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:50 pm Saint-Étienne | 1h00 | 11:50 pm Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 14 February | |||||
FlixBus | 7:00 am Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0h55 | 7:55 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
1727 | 7:35 am Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0h55 | 8:30 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
1717 | 8:55 am Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0h50 | 9:45 am Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
50671 | 11:45 am Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1h00 | 12:45 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
7661 | 12:45 pm Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0h50 | 1:35 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 pm Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0h55 | 5:40 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
7757 | 5:25 pm Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0h50 | 6:15 pm Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Saint-Étienne to Lyon
Buses from Saint-Étienne to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 50m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:24 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Stas from Saint-Étienne to LyonYou can travel by bus between Saint-Étienne to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Stas for as low as $5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Saint-Étienne to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Lyon by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saint-Étienne and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
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