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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux Mérignac 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 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around CHF 39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 14.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 5 buses from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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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Buses from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF 9 if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 9 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 14 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 17 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price CHF 69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 22 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:29AM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF 21 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price CHF 79 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:29AM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF 21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price CHF 13 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF 71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 17 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:14AM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF 16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 50 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF 69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:14AM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF 16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price CHF 71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF 13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF 18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF 23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF 23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF 17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF 15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 14 |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:45 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2h30 | 5:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2h30 | 5:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 2h30 | 6:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 3h50 | 10:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux Mérignac 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 Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Donostia-San Sebastian buses use the Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux Mérignac 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.
San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII.
Ticket office support is available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII.
Available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII: Wheelchair accessible.
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