Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia by bus
Travelling from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia by bus takes about 5h 25m, run by ALSA. We found no quicker or cheaper option on this route.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €22
- Total journey
- 5h 25m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- ALSA
Checked Oct 13 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Madrid Barajas to San Sebastián-DonostiaALSA5h 25m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia
ALSA runs 9 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:45 and the last at 20:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALSA | 9 | 01:45 | 20:30 |
All departures
- 01:45
- 09:00
- 10:00
- 11:00
- 13:00
- 15:00
- 18:00
- 19:00
- 20:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Bus operators
- Alsa, ALSA
- Timetable
- First bus at 01:45, last at 20:30, 9 a day with ALSA.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €189Checked Oct 14 | 3h 46m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €5Omio catalogue, Oct 16 | 5h 37mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€189Checked Oct 143h 46m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€5Omio catalogue, Oct 165h 37m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 16
Direct trips Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia, next 5 days
Departure times and prices as Omio last listed them. Every row opens the booking for that trip.
Fri, Oct 16
- 00:30 → 06:40Bus · Alsa · 6h 10m€45Book
- 05:00 → 09:40Bus · BlaBlaCar · 4h 40m€23Book
- 06:55 → 12:32Train · Renfe ALVIA · 5h 37m€61Book
- 07:00 → 14:00Bus · Alsa · 7h€38Book
- 07:15 → 14:00Bus · Alsa · 6h 45m€45Book
- 08:00 → 13:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 30m€55Book
- 08:15 → 13:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 15m€57Book
- 08:30 → 13:30Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h€43Book
Sat, Oct 17
- 04:30 → 09:40Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h 10m€42Book
- 06:55 → 12:32Train · Renfe ALVIA · 5h 37m€54Book
- 08:00 → 13:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 30m€54Book
- 08:15 → 13:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 15m€55Book
- 09:00 → 15:00Bus · Alsa · 6h€45Book
- 09:06 → 16:46Train · Renfe MD · 7h 40m€49Book
- 09:15 → 15:00Bus · Alsa · 5h 45m€45Book
- 10:20 → 15:30Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h 10m€33Book
Sun, Oct 18
- 00:30 → 06:40Bus · Alsa · 6h 10m€45Book
- 06:55 → 12:32Train · Renfe ALVIA · 5h 37m€61Book
- 07:00 → 14:00Bus · Alsa · 7h€38Book
- 07:15 → 14:00Bus · Alsa · 6h 45m€45Book
- 08:00 → 13:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 30m€60Book
- 08:15 → 13:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 15m€61Book
- 09:00 → 15:00Bus · Alsa · 6h€38Book
- 09:06 → 16:46Train · Renfe MD · 7h 40m€49Book
Times and prices checked on Wed, Oct 14.
Bus: cheapest fare by day, Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia
The lowest fare Omio listed for each day, connections included. Pick a day to see its trips and book.
Fares checked on Thu, Oct 15.
Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia by bus: common questions
How long does Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia take by bus?
About 5h 25m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia?
The best price in our latest check was €22. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia?
ALSA. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is this the best option on the route?
Yes, by bus is the best option we found: 5h 25m, €22.
Where else this route goes
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