San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid by train
Travelling from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid by train takes about 5h 12m, run by Renfe INTERCITY. A quicker option we found is bus + flight, at 4h 46m. The train is still the cheapest.
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.
- Ticket price
- €5
- Total journey
- 5h 12m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- Renfe INTERCITY
Omio catalogue, Oct 14 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid
Renfe INTERCITY5h 12mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid
Renfe runs 5 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:15 and the last at 16:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfe | 5 | 05:15 | 16:45 |
| Renfe INTERCITY | 3 | — | — |
All departuresRenfe
- 05:15
- 08:36
- 10:59
- 13:55
- 16:45
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 INTERCITY
- Timetable
- First train at 05:15, last at 16:45, 5 a day with Renfe.
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
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 | €61Checked Oct 11 | 4h 46m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €33Omio catalogue, Oct 14 | 5h 10mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€61Checked Oct 114h 46m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€33Omio catalogue, Oct 145h 10m · 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 San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid, next 5 days
Departure times and prices as Omio last listed them. Every row opens the booking for that trip.
Wed, Oct 14
- 00:30 → 07:15Bus · Alsa · 6h 45m€45Book
- 05:15 → 10:38Train · Renfe INTERCITY · 5h 23m€45Book
- 08:30 → 13:40Bus · Alsa · 5h 10m€45Book
- 08:36 → 13:51Train · Renfe ALVIA · 5h 15m€61Book
- 08:45 → 15:15Bus · Alsa · 6h 30m€45Book
- 09:00 → 14:10Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h 10m€20Book
- 09:20 → 13:30Bus · BlaBlaCar · 4h 10m€32Book
- 10:00 → 15:15Bus · Alsa · 5h 15m€45Book
Thu, Oct 15
- 05:15 → 10:38Train · Renfe INTERCITY · 5h 23m€58Book
- 08:30 → 13:40Bus · Alsa · 5h 10m€45Book
- 08:36 → 13:51Train · Renfe ALVIA · 5h 15m€75Book
- 08:45 → 15:15Bus · Alsa · 6h 30m€45Book
- 10:00 → 15:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 30m€45Book
- 10:59 → 18:55Train · Renfe MD · 7h 56m€49Book
- 11:30 → 16:55Bus · Alsa · 5h 25m€54Book
- 13:00 → 19:00Bus · Alsa · 6h€45Book
Fri, Oct 16
- 05:15 → 10:38Train · Renfe INTERCITY · 5h 23m€58Book
- 06:00 → 11:20Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h 20m€32Book
- 08:30 → 13:40Bus · Alsa · 5h 10m€45Book
- 08:40 → 13:50Bus · BlaBlaCar · 5h 10m€33Book
- 10:00 → 15:30Bus · Alsa · 5h 30m€45Book
- 10:59 → 18:55Train · Renfe MD · 7h 56m€49Book
- 11:30 → 16:55Bus · Alsa · 5h 25m€73Book
- 11:50 → 16:20Bus · BlaBlaCar · 4h 30m€38Book
Times and prices checked on Mon, Oct 12.
Train: cheapest fare by day, San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid
The lowest fare Omio listed for each day, connections included. Pick a day to see its trips and book.
Fares checked on Wed, Oct 14.
San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid by train: common questions
How long does San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid take by train?
About 5h 12m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid?
Omio publishes €5 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid?
Renfe INTERCITY. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus + flight better?
The bus + flight is faster at 4h 46m. The train wins on price.
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