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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€33
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€46
Fastest journey on Sep 19
14 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
14 h 31 m
Buses on Sep 19
13
Distance
899 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille 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 Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 13 buses from Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 899 km distance in an average of 14 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 14 h 45 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.
50508 · 4003
83133 · 3163
50578 · 3161
54049 · 4861
1612 · 95919
50508 · 4003
83133 · 3163
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a train costs an average of €155.
Distance: 558 miles (899 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €155 Average price | €271 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 45m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian:
A bus is €83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €155.
Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 15m.
Tickets start at around €71 compared to roughly €271 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €200. The journey takes 14h 15m versus 10h 33m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
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 02:21AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 16h49 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 16h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €64 |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:50 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 14h45 | 1:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
1612 · 95919 | 3:00 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h10 | 7:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
54049 · 4861 | 8:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h44 | 1:14 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 14h30 | 12:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
50578 · 3161 | 12:55 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 15h15 | 4:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 17h35 | 6:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
51122 · 4035 | 2:35 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 15h25 | 6:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 14h55 | 6:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
50508 · 4003 | 4:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 14h20 | 7:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 14h40 | 7:55 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 15h20 | 9:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 17h30 | 12:15 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
83133 · 3163 | 7:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 14h20 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 13 times per day, taking around 14h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 558 miles (899 km) distance in 12h 4m.
Distance 558 miles (899 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 4m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Donostia-San Sebastian — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Donostia-San Sebastian trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille 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 Lille to Donostia-San Sebastian buses use the Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille and Donostia-San Sebastian bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro de Lille (0.2 km), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the concourse area.
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
Available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Elevators, ramps.
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.
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