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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Madrid to Saint-Étienne. Traveling by bus from Madrid to Saint-Étienne usually takes around 28 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Union Ivkoni bus can make the trip in 22 hours,
| Distance | 536 mi (863 km) |
| Shortest duration | 22h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $83.28 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Union Ivkoni |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Madrid to Saint-Étienne?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Madrid to Saint-Étienne that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 1d 10h 20m | $216.91 |
| Union Ivkoni | 1 | 22h 0m | $83.28 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Madrid to Saint-Etienne, and usually makes the trip in about 34 hours and 20 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trips per day on the route from Madrid to Saint-Etienne, and the trip usually takes 22 hours and 0 minutes to complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 536 miles from Madrid to Saint-Étienne. However, the fastest bus only takes 22 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Madrid to Saint-Étienne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Madrid has two bus stations with service to Saint-Etienne.
All bus stations in Madrid:
Central Bus Station
Central Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Saint-Étienne?
Main arrival station: 24 rue Constant Milleret
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Saint-Etienne.
All bus stations in Saint-Étienne:
24 rue Constant Milleret
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