- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier art gallery, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
22 h 22 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
918 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan 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 Milan will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $143.
Distance: 570 miles (918 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $246 Average price | $315 Average price | $393 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 36m Average total duration 20h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Milan:
A bus is $154 (€125) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan costing on average $246 (€199).
A bus is $223 (€181) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan costing on average $315 (€255).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 40m.
Bus takes on average 20h 6m.
Tickets start at around $92 (€75) compared to roughly $393 (€319) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $301 (€244). The journey takes 20h 6m versus 11h 24m 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 Union Ivkoni International.
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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $126 |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. 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 | 5:55 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 23h30 | 5:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 26h00 | 7:55 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 23h00 | 7:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
95920 · 4751 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 20h40 | 6:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h25 | 5:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 23h30 | 3:30 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 23h10 | 3:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 18h30 | 1:30 PM Milan, Lampugnano (M1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 19h30 | 7:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h15 | 1:05 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 4751 | 5:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h00 | 6:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 4751 | 5:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h00 | 6:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan run on average 11 times per day, taking around 20h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 570 miles (918 km) distance in 18h 0m.
Distance 570 miles (918 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
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Milan’s premier art gallery, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Museum entry for Leonardo’s The Last Supper, one of the world’s most famous artworks and a priority booking site in Milan.
Major museum of 20th-century Italian art facing Piazza del Duomo, with strong Futurist collections and rooftop views.
Milan’s canal district, known for waterside walks, lively atmosphere, and highly photogenic bridges and reflections.
Charming central neighborhood with elegant streets, galleries, boutiques, and a classic Milanese artistic atmosphere.
Milan’s main square and the city’s most important urban landmark, ideal for first-time visitors and classic views.
Milan’s signature saffron risotto, rich with butter and cheese, prized for its golden color and elegant flavor.
A traditional breaded veal cutlet, fried until crisp. It is one of the city’s most iconic and historic main dishes.
Braised veal shank, often served with risotto alla Milanese. It is a classic Lombard comfort dish with deep, slow-cooked flavor.
Iconic casual spot famous for panzerotti, beloved by locals and visitors for quick, affordable bites near the Duomo.
Well-known modern Milanese restaurant celebrated for refined local dishes such as mondeghili and risotto in a stylish setting.
Historic traditional trattoria serving classic Milanese and Lombard dishes in an old-world, elegant atmosphere.
Prices are high by Italian standards, especially for hotels and central dining, but budget cafés and aperitivo deals help control daily costs.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included or a coperto charged. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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