- Must visit
Städel Museum
One of Germany’s leading art museums, with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art on the Museumsufer.
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
20 h 22 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
1108 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least once.
3160 · 30482
95920 · 30484
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
3162 · 50469 · 30482
4004 · 30480
3160 · 30482
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $104.
Distance: 688 miles (1108 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price Cheapest | $240 Average price | $540 Average price | $432 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 59m Average total duration 19h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $147 (€121) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $240 (€197).
A bus is $447 (€367) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $540 (€443).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 39m.
Bus takes on average 19h 29m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 29h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 29h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $90 |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 24h35 | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 22h30 | 11:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
3162 · 50469 · 30482 | 12:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 23h20 | 11:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
3160 · 30482 | 4:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 19h55 | 11:55 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 21h50 | 5:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 23h55 | 7:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 21h30 | 5:30 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 28h15 | 12:25 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
95920 · 30484 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 20h50 | 6:10 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 21h05 | 6:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 21h40 | 7:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:25 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 20h30 | 5:55 PM Frankfurt South station | 2 transfers | |
4004 · 30480 | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 19h30 | 5:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main run on average 10 times per day, taking around 19h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 688 miles (1108 km) distance in 19h 30m.
Distance 688 miles (1108 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 19h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
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A top skyline viewpoint that has become especially popular for sunset photos and sweeping views over the financial district.
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Frankfurt’s traditional tart apple wine, usually served in a ribbed glass. It is the city’s signature drink and central to local tavern culture.
A thin smoked pork sausage with protected regional status, typically served with mustard, bread, and potato salad. It is a classic Frankfurt snack.
One of Frankfurt’s best-known fine dining restaurants, offering refined modern cuisine in an elegant setting near the Palmengarten.
A long-established local tavern serving Hessian comfort food and apple wine. It is popular for an authentic neighborhood atmosphere and reliable regional dishes.
Frankfurt’s iconic indoor market hall with many established stalls for local sausages, cheeses, pastries, and casual regional bites in a lively setting.
Prices are high by German standards, especially hotels and dining in the centre, but transit and bakeries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Little or no tip is fine for counter service.
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Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), Frankfurt am Main -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Frankfurt am Main buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36). Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Frankfurt am Main 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.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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