The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$15
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$16
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 18 m
Buses on Sep 15
5
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 5 buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
766010:20 AM1h30Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1)11:50 AMSaint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière$151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:00 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport1:15 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport4:15 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport8:45 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport11:15 AMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:00 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport1:15 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport4:15 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport8:45 PMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM1h15Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport11:15 AMSaint-Étienne, Gare SNCF$171One-way0 transfers
766010:20 AM1h30Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1)11:50 AMSaint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux:
A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux costing on average $72.
Other travel options to St-Étienne Châteaucreux take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 52m.
Tickets start at around $24 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.94. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 55m 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.
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.
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Totoom | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 8:45 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 11:15 AM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
7660 | 10:20 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h30 | 11:50 AM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 1:15 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h15 | 4:15 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:20, the last at 18:45. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 8:20 AM |
Last bus 6:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Totoom from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne ChâteaucreuxYou can travel by bus between Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Totoom for as low as $11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to St-Étienne Châteaucreux 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 St-Étienne Châteaucreux, 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.
- Totoom
- Pets are allowed on board.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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