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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 on Sep 18
$10
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$10
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 18
2
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao Airport 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 Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 buses from Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average $11.
Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 10m.
Tickets start at around $10 compared to roughly $38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28. The journey takes 1h 19m versus 1h 9m 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 Alsa, Alsa Supra.
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 Alsa | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 4:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 5:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 10:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 but you can travel from only $6 by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:40, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 10:40 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Donostia-San Sebastian — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Donostia-San Sebastian 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 Bilbao Airport 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.

Most Bilbao Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne. Use this guide to compare Bilbao Airport and Donostia-San Sebastian bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Hendaye, Gare TGV is 2 km from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre. Public transport options include:
Hendaye, Gare TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are small eateries nearby.
Free WiFi is available at the station. ATMs are available at Hendaye, Gare TGV.
Ticket office support is available at Hendaye, Gare TGV.
Available at Hendaye, Gare TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hendaye, Gare TGV: The station is accessible for those with mobility needs.
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