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Compare train, flight, and bus for Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $115. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 12h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $115, and a flight costs an average of $329.
Distance: 664 miles (1070 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$167 Average price Cheapest | $469 Average price | $241 Average price | $282 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
24h 33m Average total duration 24h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 15m Average total duration Fastest 12h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 24m Average total duration 21h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne:
A bus is $74 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne costing on average $241 (€197).
A bus is $303 (€248) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne costing on average $469 (€384).
Other travel options to Saint-Étienne take longer:
Train takes on average 21h 54m.
Bus takes on average 24h 3m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $218 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $173 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $115 (€94) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 16:15. The fastest bus covers the 664 miles (1070 km) distance in 22h 25m.
Distance 664 miles (1070 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $115 (€94) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 22h 25m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 4:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne
Most Santiago de Compostela to Saint-Étienne buses use the Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses to Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF station pair, with some services arriving at Saint-Etienne, Gare. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Saint-Étienne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses from Santiago de Compostela city centre
Getting to Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF from Saint-Étienne city centre
Getting to Saint-Etienne, Gare from Saint-Étienne city centre
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