- Must visit
Musée d'Art Roger-Quilliot
Major fine arts museum in Montferrand, housed in a former convent with collections from medieval works to modern painting.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Buses per day
7
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 $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 7 buses that leave Saint-Étienne for Clermont-Ferrand on Fri, Jun 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.










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 $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 9m. 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 $10, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand costing on average $51 (€41).
Other travel options to Clermont-Ferrand take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 32m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 2h 9m versus 1h 40m 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 SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, REGION - cars Région Express.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:21PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:21PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50671 | 12:45 PM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 3h20 | 4:05 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 1h45 | 6:00 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
![]() | 4:20 AM Saint-Étienne | 3h50 | 8:10 AM Clermont-Ferrand | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Saint-Étienne to Clermont-Ferrand run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 14 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 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Clermont-Ferrand — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Clermont-Ferrand trip today.
Major fine arts museum in Montferrand, housed in a former convent with collections from medieval works to modern painting.
Popular museum on Michelin's history, innovation, transport and industrial heritage, with interactive displays and vehicles.
Natural history museum with regional geology, volcano, botany and zoology collections, especially relevant in the Auvergne volcanic region.
The city's main square and a natural starting point for visitors, lively for shopping, events and people-watching.
Expansive viewpoint and walking area south of the city, famous for history and broad views over the Limagne plain.
Flagship volcanic summit overlooking Clermont-Ferrand, extremely popular for hiking, panoramas and social media photos.
A hearty Auvergne potato dish cooked with tome fraîche cheese, often served with cured ham or salad. It is one of the region’s best-known comfort foods.
Mashed potatoes blended with fresh cheese, cream, and garlic until stretchy and smooth. Though more associated with nearby Aubrac, it is widely enjoyed in Clermont-Ferrand and Auvergne.
A baked Auvergne loaf made with herbs, greens, prunes, and usually pork or bacon. It is a traditional rustic specialty balancing savory and sweet flavors.
A renowned fine-dining restaurant near Clermont-Ferrand led by a Michelin-starred chef, known for creative cuisine rooted in Auvergne products and an elegant atmosphere.
A well-regarded restaurant highlighting regional ingredients and contemporary French cooking in a polished but welcoming setting.
An established traditional address in the historic center, appreciated for Auvergne specialties, classic dishes, and a warm local atmosphere.
Generally moderate by French standards: good-value lunches and coffee, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is common.
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Clermont-Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) -> Clermont-Ferrand Station
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