How to travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Saint-Étienne to Porto

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $172 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 2.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $172, while a flight costs an average of $573.

Distance: 717 miles (1154 km)

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$573

Average price

$172

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Cheapest

$414

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6h 16m

Average total duration

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4h 16m

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25h 14m

Average total duration

24h 44m

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30m

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14h 50m

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3.5 - 6.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.9kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto is a bus with an average price of $172.

This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Porto:

A bus is $401 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Étienne to Porto costing on average $573.

The fastest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Saint-Étienne and Porto including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Saint-Étienne to Porto among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $172 compared to roughly $414 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $242. The journey takes 24h 44m versus 14h 50m 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.

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.

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from Saint-Étienne to Porto

How to get from Saint-Étienne to Porto by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • InternorteNormal
    10:00 PM21h00
    Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière
    6:00 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $731One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • InternorteNormal
    10:00 PM21h00
    Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière
    6:00 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $731One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • InternorteNormal
    10:00 PM21h00
    Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière
    6:00 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $731One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4845
    10:00 PM21h00
    Saint-Etienne, Châteaucreux Gare Routière
    6:00 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $981One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:15 PM23h25
    Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF
    2:40 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1151One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 AM31h25
    Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF
    2:25 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto

Travel to Porto easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Saint-Étienne to Porto.

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There are 3 options to travel between Saint-Étienne and Porto including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto is a bus with an average price of $172.

This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Étienne to Porto:

A bus is $401 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint-Étienne to Porto costing on average $573.

The fastest way to travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 14m.

The distance from Saint-Étienne to Porto is approximately 717 miles (1154 km).
The average frequency per day from Saint-Étienne to Porto is:
  • Around 73 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saint-Étienne and Porto as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Saint-Étienne to Porto:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saint-Étienne to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Porto by train.
  • Travel with easyJet, Volotea, Transavia France to go to Porto by flight.
  • Travel with Internorte, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF Bus to go to Porto by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Saint-Étienne to Porto with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with easyJet, Volotea, Transavia France.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Saint-Étienne to Porto often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Madrid, Paris, Vigo, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Porto and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Porto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Porto, you can take a scenic cruise along the Douro River, explore the vibrant Bolhão Market, and visit the Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a traditional Fado music performance and wander through Crystal Palace Gardens. Don't miss the UNESCO-listed Ribeira District, the stunning Livraria Lello, and the panoramic views from Clérigos Tower. Visit the historic Porto Cathedral and the neoclassical Palácio da Bolsa.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Porto allows visitors to explore the main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture of the city.

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