How to get from Istanbul to San Sebastian / Donostia
We compared flights, trains and buses from Istanbul to San Sebastian / Donostia. Here is the most useful door to door route, with a recent price and the operators that actually run it.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
Cheapest, fastest or recommended?
| Price | Duration | Transfers | Transport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended | €116 | 10h 50m | 1 transfer | flight, bus |
| Cheapest found | €115 | 9h 11m | 1 transfer | flight, bus |
| Fastest found | €707 | 7h 30m | Direct | flight |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
The journey, step by step
- 1flightIstanbul → Bilbao
PC - 2busBilbao → San Sebastian / Donostia
FlixBus
How the trip works
Start with a PC flight from Istanbul to Bilbao, about 4h 30m. Transfer in Bilbao and continue by FlixBus bus on to San Sebastian / Donostia (1h 15m). In total it's roughly EUR 116 over 10h 50m, 1 transfer.
Who runs this route
The Istanbul to San Sebastian / Donostia route is operated by PC, FlixBus. You book directly with them; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Questions about Istanbul to San Sebastian / Donostia
How long does Istanbul to San Sebastian / Donostia take?
The most useful route takes about 10h 50m by flight, bus.
How far is San Sebastian / Donostia from Istanbul?
About 2523 km in a straight line. The actual route on the ground or in the air is longer.
Which operators run this route?
This route is run by PC, FlixBus.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or a trusted partner. We never add a booking fee, so the price you see is the price you pay there.
Is there a cheaper way?
Often yes, on a flexible date or via a nearby airport. Run a live search to compare every option for your dates.