How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Geneva start from $15. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

The average bus trip duration from Saint-Étienne to Geneva is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 100 miles (160 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Geneva route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Geneva at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Geneva generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61288 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Saint-Étienne to Geneva from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Saint-Étienne to Geneva on February 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	3h 20m	1:15pm	Gare routière de Genève	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:45pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	4h 10m	5:55pm	Gare routière de Genève	No tags
Bus	5:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	6h	11:55am	Gare Routière Place Dorcière	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	4h 10m	5:55pm	Gare routière de Genève	No tags
Bus	9:55am	Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux	4h 25m	2:20pm	Gare Routière Place Dorcière	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Saint-Étienne to Geneva

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Geneva. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

100 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $77	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $37	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Saint-Étienne and Geneva?

Stops in Saint-Étienne

A
Gare SNCF de St-Étienne Châteaucreux
24 rue Constant Milleret, 42000 Saint-Etienne, France
Visit page
B
Saint Etienne - Arrêt de Autobus
2 Espl. de France, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France
C
Saint Etienne
Boulevard des Mineurs, 42100 Saint-Étienne, France
D
Saint-Etienne (Parking Abribus)
4 Rue Constant Milleret, 42000 Saint-Étienne, France

Stops in Geneva

A
Genève Airport
Visit page
B
Gare Routière Place Dorcière
Place Dorcière 5, 1201 Saint-Gervais, Switzerland
Visit page
C
Stade de Geneve
Geneva,, Switzerland
D
Saint Julien en Genevois - Suisse
Route de Saint-Julien 302, 1258 Perly-Certoux, Switzerland
E
Gaillard - Suisse
Route Blanche 24, 1226 Thônex, Switzerland
F
Genève Champel
Genève Champel, Gare, 1206 Genf, Switzerland

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,227 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,442 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.5/561,329 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

CH bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne to Geneva by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Geneva start from $15. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
The average bus trip duration from Saint-Étienne to Geneva is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 100 miles (160 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Saint-Étienne to Geneva route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
The earliest bus departs from Saint-Étienne to Geneva at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
A bus trip from Saint-Étienne to Geneva generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61288 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Saint-Étienne to Geneva?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/17

$19

02/18

$19

Today

$17

02/20

$17

02/21

$16

02/22

$16

02/23

$16

02/24

$14

The cheapest trip from Saint-Étienne to Geneva was searched and found on Feb 24, 2026 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Saint-Étienne to Geneva, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $37 for a bus ticket from Saint-Étienne to Geneva based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-02-24.