Geneva to Saint-Étienne by bus
Saint-Étienne lies 161 km (100 mi) south-west of Geneva, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 196 km (122 mi) of road.
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| Geneva | Saint-Étienne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland | France |
| Population | 201,741 | 176,280 |
| Elevation | 400 m (1,312 ft) | 529 m (1,736 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
What changes when you arrive in Saint-Étienne
Crossing from Switzerland into France: money changes from the Franc to the Euro (EUR); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Where to book buses from Geneva to Saint-Étienne
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Staying in Saint-Étienne
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Common questions
How far is Saint-Étienne from Geneva?
161 km (100 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Geneva; by road roughly 196 km (122 mi).
How long does it take to get from Geneva to Saint-Étienne by bus?
About 3 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Geneva and Saint-Étienne?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Saint-Étienne?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.