The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 21 m
Buses per day
5
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 $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid Chamartín for Donostia-San Sebastián on Sat, Mar 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 346 km distance in an average of 9 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 21 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.










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 bus with prices starting from $17. 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 bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $39.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$50 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $212 Average price |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
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, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Supra Economy | 5:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h25 | 10:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 5:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h10 | 10:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h00 | 1:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h00 | 4:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 6h45 | 6:45 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h30 | 8:45 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 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 7h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, 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 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Infobus, FlixBus from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San SebastiánYou can travel by bus between Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as $17 (€14). 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
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