Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia by train + bus
This route from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 6h 30m in total, run by Renfe, ALSA. A quicker option we found is bus, at 5h 25m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €35
- Total journey
- 6h 30m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- Renfe, ALSA
Reading date not recorded · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Madrid to Andoain-Centro
Renfe5h 37mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Andoain-Centro - 2Andoain-Centro to San Sebastián-DonostiaALSA15m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia
Renfe runs 5 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:55 and the last at 17:48.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfe | 5 | 06:55 | 17:48 |
All departures
- 06:55
- 09:06
- 12:25
- 14:50
- 17:48
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.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- Renfe, Renfe ALVIA
- Timetable
- First train at 06:55, last at 17:48, 5 a day with Renfe.
- Good to know
- The Train covers Madrid to Andoain-Centro. The rest of the journey is by bus.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
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 | €54Checked Oct 8 | 3h 46m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €29Checked Oct 11 | 5h 25mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€54Checked Oct 83h 46m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€29Checked Oct 115h 25m · directSee Bus 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 Wed, Oct 14
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.
Wed, Oct 14
- 12:25 → 20:23Train · Renfe MD · 7h 58m€49Book
- 13:00 → 19:45Bus · Alsa · 6h 45m€45Book
- 13:15 → 19:45Bus · Alsa · 6h 30m€45Book
- 16:00 → 21:50Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h 50m€24Book
- 16:15 → 21:45Bus · Alsa · 5h 30m€45Book
- 17:00 → 21:40Bus · BlaBlaCar · 4h 40m€38Book
- 17:15 → 22:40Bus · Alsa · 5h 25m€45Book
- 17:48 → 23:20Train · Renfe ALVIA · 5h 32m€48Book
Thu, Oct 15
- 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
- 07:50 → 13:20Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h 30m€41Book
- 08:00 → 12:40Bus · BlaBlaCar · 4h 40m€33Book
- 08:15 → 13:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 15m€55Book
- 09:00 → 15:00Bus · Alsa · 6h€45Book
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.
Train: 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 Tue, Oct 13.
Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia by train: common questions
How long does Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 6h 30m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia?
The best price in our latest check was €35. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Madrid to San Sebastián-Donostia?
Renfe, ALSA. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 5h 25m. It is cheaper too, at €29.
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