The cheapest and fastest buses from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 18 buses that leave Saint-Étienne for Clermont-Ferrand on Fri, Mar 06, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.









7758Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$15 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:21PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:21PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand bus times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand buses for today, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89814 | 5:20 PM Saint-Étienne | 3h01 | 8:21 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
89826 | 5:30 PM Saint-Étienne | 1h55 | 7:25 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 2h00 | 1:20 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 6 | |||||
89810 | 7:30 AM Saint-Étienne | 1h55 | 9:25 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
89820 | 10:00 AM Saint-Étienne | 1h55 | 11:55 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1702 | 10:30 AM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1h55 | 12:25 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
89804 | 11:20 AM Saint-Étienne | 3h01 | 2:21 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
50671 | 11:45 AM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 3h20 | 3:05 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7758 | 12:00 PM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 1h55 | 1:55 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
89806 | 12:25 PM Saint-Étienne | 2h35 | 3:00 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
89822 | 12:30 PM Saint-Étienne | 1h55 | 2:25 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
89824 | 3:00 PM Saint-Étienne | 1h55 | 4:55 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand
Buses from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Sun |
Best day to book ahead 84 days |
Bus providers: SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, SNCF Bus from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-FerrandYou can travel by bus between Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand with SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, SNCF Bus for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand 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 Clermont-Ferrand, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- 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.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- 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.
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
- 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.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 4, 8, 10 Train: TER
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