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Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum housing major works including the Mona Lisa and vast collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed entry is strongly advised.
We are not able to find a bus between these two places.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 255 miles (411 km)
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$37 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price | $262 Average price | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Paris:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Étienne to Paris costing on average $87 (€71).
A bus is $225 (€185) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Étienne to Paris costing on average $262 (€215).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 59m.
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $144 (€118) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $107 (€88). The journey takes 6h 50m versus 5h 32m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Paris buses for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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51707 | 6:20 AM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 7h45 | 2:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 9h20 | 5:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1727 · 5130 | 8:35 AM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 8h30 | 5:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
1717 · 58074 | 9:55 AM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 8h20 | 6:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
7661 · 51470 | 1:45 PM Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière | 7h50 | 9:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 9h30 | 3:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF | 11h30 | 5:15 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Saint-Étienne to Paris run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 255 miles (411 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Étienne to Paris buses use the Saint-Etienne, Gare to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station pair, with some services arriving at Paris, Porte Maillot. Use this guide to compare Saint-Étienne and Paris bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
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