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Tabakalera
Major contemporary art center in a former tobacco factory. It hosts ambitious exhibitions, local culture, and one of the city’s strongest programs.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Biarritz to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Biarritz to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 20 buses that leave Biarritz for Donostia-San Sebastian on Fri, Jul 17, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Biarritz to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€8). The journey takes 50m versus 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, Conda, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Biarritz to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95919 | 6:10 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h00 | 7:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
8615 | 6:20 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h10 | 7:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h05 | 8:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h00 | 10:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Biarritz, Halle Iraty | 1h00 | 10:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
8617 | 9:50 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h10 | 11:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h05 | 6:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h10 | 8:55 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0h55 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
95927 | 8:40 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h00 | 9:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0h50 | 9:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
95929 | 10:30 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0h40 | 11:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0h35 | 11:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h20 | 12:15 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
8717 | 11:40 AM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h00 | 12:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h30 | 1:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 1h10 | 2:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0h55 | 5:15 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0h45 | 5:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Biarritz to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 18 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Donostia-San Sebastián — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Donostia-San Sebastián trip today.
Major contemporary art center in a former tobacco factory. It hosts ambitious exhibitions, local culture, and one of the city’s strongest programs.
Fine arts museum in a historic building with Basque, Spanish, and international works. A compact stop for painting and sculpture lovers.
Aquarium with historic maritime displays and a famous underwater tunnel. It combines family appeal with local ocean and fishing context.
The city’s most famous beach promenade curves around La Concha Bay. Essential for classic views, elegant walks, and sunset atmosphere.
Historic Old Town of lively squares, churches, and traditional streets. It is the best area for atmosphere, architecture, and everyday city life.
Urban beach and neighborhood promenade popular with surfers and locals. Great for broad sea views, people-watching, and a more contemporary vibe.
Small bar snacks on bread or bites, central to local txikiteo culture. San Sebastián is famous for creative and classic pintxos in packed old-town bars.
Whole grilled turbot, prized on the Basque coast for its clean flavor and simple preparation with olive oil, garlic, and grill smoke.
Basque-style cod often cooked with garlic, olive oil, and peppers. It reflects the region’s deep seafood tradition and classic home cooking.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant with innovative Basque cuisine and tasting menus in an elegant, destination setting above the city.
Refined modern Basque restaurant by the bay, known for seafood-focused tasting menus and a polished but welcoming dining room.
Well-known grill restaurant specializing in premium beef and Basque classics, with a smart, contemporary atmosphere near the center.
Moderate for Spain: lodging is pricier in peak season, but pintxos, set lunches, and local buses keep daily costs manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change is fine in cafes. Taxi tipping is usually just rounding up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Biarritz to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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