The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Cheapest price
CHF45
Average price
CHF48
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián will cost around CHF48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF45.
Of the 12 buses that leave Madrid Chamartín for Donostia-San Sebastián on Wed, Aug 05, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 346 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
Normal4:15 PM5h30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)9:45 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF451One-way0 transfers
Normal5:15 PM5h25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)10:40 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF451One-way0 transfers
Normal1:00 PM6h45Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América7:45 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF451One-way0 transfers
Normal4:00 PM5h45Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América9:45 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF451One-way0 transfers
Normal9:15 AM5h45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3:00 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF451One-way0 transfers
Supra Economy6:45 PM5h10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:55 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF551One-way0 transfers
Supra Economy8:15 AM5h15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)1:30 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF551One-way0 transfers
Supra Economy6:30 PM5h25Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América11:55 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF541One-way0 transfers
Normal5:15 PM5h25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)10:40 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF451One-way0 transfers
Normal4:15 PM5h30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)9:45 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesCHF451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from CHF18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF18, and a flight costs an average of CHF38.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF42 Average price | CHF39 Average price Cheapest | CHF227 Average price | CHF93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián:
A train is CHF3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián costing on average CHF42.
A train is CHF188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián costing on average CHF227.
Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastián take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 8h 16m.
Tickets start at around CHF42 compared to roughly CHF93 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF51. The journey takes 8h 16m versus 4h 23m 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, BlaBlaCar, 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.
Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price CHF26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price CHF34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Live departures
Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 4:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h45 | 9:45 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h30 | 9:45 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h40 | 10:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h25 | 10:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 6:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h25 | 11:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 6:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h10 | 11:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
Supra Economy | 8:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h30 | 1:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h15 | 1:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 6h00 | 3:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h45 | 3:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Buses from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián run on average 18 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF30 but you can travel from only CHF18 by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF30 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San SebastiánYou can travel by bus between Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus for as low as CHF18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián 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 Sebastián, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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