The cheapest and fastest buses from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 6 buses that leave Colombier-Saugnieu for Saint-Étienne on Tue, Jul 14, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
766010:20 AM1h30Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1)11:50 AMSaint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière$151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport8:45 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 AM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport11:45 AMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport1:45 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:00 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport3:15 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport1:45 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport8:45 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 AM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport11:45 AMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:00 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport3:15 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:30 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport4:45 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne costing on average $69 (€57).
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 56m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.96 (€0.79). The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Totoom | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 07:09PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 5h36 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Live departures
Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne buses for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7660 | 10:20 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h30 | 11:50 AM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 11:45 AM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 1:45 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 3:15 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 4:45 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
6323+ 408420 · 30603 | 7:09 PM Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV | 5h36 | 12:45 AM Saint-Étienne | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 8:45 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne
Buses from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-ÉtienneYou can travel by bus between Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint-Étienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne
Most Colombier-Saugnieu to Saint-Étienne buses use the Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) to Saint-Etienne, Gare station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Étienne, Rue Jacques Canstant Milleret (Parking près de la Gare). Use this guide to compare Colombier-Saugnieu and Saint-Étienne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Colombier-Saugnieu station do buses to Saint-Étienne leave from?
Getting to Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) from Colombier-Saugnieu city centre
Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) is 2 km from Colombier-Saugnieu city centre. Public transport options include:
Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) bus station facilities and services
Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot (in the station), Paul (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Saint-Etienne, Gare from Saint-Étienne city centre
Getting to Saint-Étienne, Rue Jacques Canstant Milleret (Parking près de la Gare) from Saint-Étienne city centre
Getting to Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF from Saint-Étienne city centre
Most popular bus connections from Colombier-Saugnieu
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