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Musée Crozatier
The city's main museum explores archaeology, local history, lace, and fine arts in a landmark former seminary.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay 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 Le Puy-en-Velay will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 1 buses from Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 1 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.
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Buses from Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:28, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 4:28 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Cars Région Haute-Loire | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Cars Région Haute-Loire | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Totoom | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Totoom | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay buses for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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30628 | 2:25 PM Saint-Étienne | 1h20 | 3:45 PM Le Puy-en-Velay station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The city's main museum explores archaeology, local history, lace, and fine arts in a landmark former seminary.
Hands-on lace museum presenting Le Puy's famous textile craft through tools, demonstrations, and regional heritage.
Exhibition venue dedicated to lace arts, showing technical skill and contemporary creativity tied to local identity.
Historic upper-town district of lanes and stairs around the cathedral, rich in pilgrimage character and old stone houses.
Main old-town square framed by historic buildings and cathedral approaches, ideal for soaking up the city's atmosphere.
Lively central square and market area with classic views toward the old town and easy access to major sights.
Small green lentils grown on volcanic soils around Le Puy. Prized for their nutty flavor and thin skin, they are a signature local ingredient with AOP status.
Traditional lentil stew or side dish made with Le Puy green lentils, often served with sausages or pork. It is a staple of local home-style cooking.
Hearty regional sausage, usually pork-based, commonly eaten with Le Puy lentils. It reflects the rustic mountain cooking of Haute-Loire.
Refined hotel restaurant with an elegant atmosphere and modern French cooking that highlights local ingredients from Haute-Loire and Auvergne.
Traditional local restaurant serving Auvergne specialties in a casual setting. A good choice for lentil dishes, meats, and regional products.
Established brasserie near the cathedral, known for regional dishes, lentils, and a classic dining room with a polished but relaxed feel.
Moderate for France: lodging is often cheaper than major cities, while dining is mid-range and local transit needs are limited in the compact center.
Service is usually included in France. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up; cafes may get small change.
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Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal) -> Place du Plot, Le Puy-en-Velay
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Most Saint-Étienne to Le Puy-en-Velay buses use the Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière to Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal) station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Étienne and Le Puy-en-Velay bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is available for passengers. ATMs are available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière.
Available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière: The station is accessible with ramps and elevators.
Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal). ATMs are available at Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal).
Ticket office support is available at Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal).
Available at Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Puy-en-Velay, Pl. Maréchal Leclerc (Pôle intermodal): Dedicated access for reduced mobility.
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