Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

$7

Average price

$10

Fastest journey

30 m

Average duration

46 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

77 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao 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 Bilbao will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast buses

Of the 10 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Bilbao on Sat, Jul 19, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 77 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.

BlaBlaCar
03:50PM0h30
Donostia-San Sebastian
04:20PMBilbao
$71One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
04:00PM0h50
Donostia-San Sebastian
04:50PMBilbao
$71One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
12:40AM0h30
Donostia-San Sebastian
01:10AMBilbao
$71One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
11:00AM0h50
Donostia-San Sebastian
11:50AMBilbao
$81One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:00AM1h10
Donostia-San Sebastian
10:10AMBilbao
$81One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €8.

Distance: 47 miles (77 km)

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€8

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€6

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Cheapest

1h 49m

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1h 19m

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30m

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3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

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Alsa

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Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:40AM
Arrival Time
01:10AM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
12:50AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:50AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
07:30AM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:50AM
Arrival Time
07:50AM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
07:10AM
Arrival Time
08:30AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
08:40AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Mon, Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:20AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
08:40AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
11:40AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
02:40PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Alsa Supra
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
Alsa Supra
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
03:55PM
Arrival Time
05:20PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
07:20PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:40PM
Arrival Time
07:20PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
10:20PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
10:40PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
10:55PM
Arrival Time
12:20AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
11:10PM
Arrival Time
12:30AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
12:40AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$15

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Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, July 18
Last updated at 8:39 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
blablacar9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian
1h10
10:40 PM Bilbao0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
1h25
12:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
Saturday, July 19
alsaNormal5:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
6:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal8:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
9:50 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
alsa_supraSupra Economy12:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
1:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao

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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€6)
Distance
47 miles (77 km)
Average bus duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
12
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:10
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $7 (€6)

Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra and BlaBlaCar from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao

Travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Bilbao from $9 (€8) with Omio’s bus partners Alsa, Alsa Supra and BlaBlaCar! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Alsa is the main bus company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on bus journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal buses with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe buses like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.

Alsa from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao bus information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $9
  • Alsa frequency: 5 a day

Buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao

For the trip from the beautiful sea-side city of San Sebastian, also known as Donostia, to Bilbao, the city of the Guggenheim, travelers can grab a bus ticket for one of the many buses operating daily. Buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao take about 2h or less to make the 63-mile (102-km) journey across the northern part of the country. Once in Bilbao, you’ll want to visit La Ribera Market, the largest indoor market in Europe. Here you’ll find food, drinks and lots of entertainment.

 

How long is the journey by bus from San Sebastian to Bilbao?

Journeyers in northern Spain who opt to travel by bus from San Sebastian to Bilbao will find that the route typically takes just over 1h 10min, with some rides taking up to 2h; however, with such a quick ride, trips run direct between the two cities. While passengers are not required to transfer to other buses at any point along the way, buses that operate the route are not non-stop. You can expect to make a few stops in other towns along the route.

 

How many buses are there from San Sebastian to Bilbao?

The bus companies providing service from San Sebastian to Bilbao offer passengers many direct options throughout the week. The frequency of buses is greater on weekdays, making it easy to secure a bus ticket; Monday through Friday, the first bus departs around 6:30 a.m. and then almost every half-hour, with the exception of around the off-peak lunch hours when they run hourly. The final bus departs around 10:00 p.m. On weekends and holidays, service is reduced; the bus schedule commences around 7:30 a.m. and concludes before midnight, with departures roughly every hour. Passengers can expect a few stops along the journey.

 

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao?

Departure bus station: There are two stations in San Sebastian from which buses leave: San Sebastian Bus Station, close to the center of the city, and San Sebastian Airport, located east of the city. The bus station is just 0.3 miles (500 meters), or a 6-minute walk, from the city center. To get from the city center to the airport, you will want to grab a taxi or bus to travel the 12.7 miles (20.4 km). The trip takes about 22min. Departure locations offer amenities for individuals with limited mobility, Wi-Fi, restroom facilities, food, places to purchase tickets and more.

Arrival bus station: Upon arriving in Bilbao, bus passengers will reach Bilbao Intermodal Station or Bilbao Airport. From Bilboa Intermodal it is just 1 mile (1.6 km) from the city center, making it an easy walk for passengers with minimal luggage. If you’re heading to the city center and have luggage, opt for a taxi, city bus or the subway. From the airport, which sits 8 miles (13 km) north of the city, you can reach the city center via taxi, city bus or the subway. At both locations there are facilities for travelers with additional accessibility needs, restrooms, food and ticket desks.

 

Which bus companies travel from San Sebastian to Bilbao?

There are two bus companies that provide options for buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao: Lurraldebus and Alsa. Lurraldebus offers multiple routes regularly each day, making it likely that passengers will easily be able to secure a bus ticket for their journey. Rides with Lurraldebus take approximately 1h 15min. While Alsa also offers a regular schedule of buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao, the bus company only offers four departure times each weekday and one departure time on Saturdays, on Sundays and on holidays. The routes for Alsa typically take about 1h 20min.

 

Larraldebus San Sebastian to Bilbao

With bus services running about every 30min on weekdays and every 60min on weekends and holidays, the schedule that Larraldebus offers passengers includes man reliable options for traveling from San Sebastian to Bilbao. All the routes run about 1h 15min and are direct, meaning there are no transfers; however, whichever bus you choose, there will be a few stops along the way. Passengers should take note that Larraldebus ticket policy requires passengers to purchase their bus ticket at least 30min in advance of the bus’s departure, so be sure to secure your ticket on the Omio website well in advance. Larraldebus also asks that all passengers arrive at the bus station to check in for the departure at least 45min ahead of time. Expect your bus type for any ride to be a Comfort bus that will either shuttle you between each city’s airports or between their bus stations.

 

Alsa San Sebastian to Bilbao

The bus services provided by Alsa run on a regular schedule and depart from San Sebastian daily; however, passengers will find that Alsa offers just four routes Monday through Friday, and one route on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. The direct bus from San Sebastian to Bilbao typically takes about 1h 20min, calling at a few towns along the route. For ticket holders who need to cancel their ride, Alsa’s ticket policy, allows passengers to cancel their bus ticket any time prior to departure; this can be done for free if the cancellation is made at least 48h in advance, but a fee is applied to any cancellations made closer to the departure time. Passengers are encouraged to review the details of the policy on the Omio website. Expect your bus type for these journeys to be Alsa’s Comfort buses, which depart from San Sebastian Station and arrive at Bilbao Intermodal Station.

 

San Sebastian to Bilbao Bus: Services on board

The buses that are run by Larraldebus and Alsa provide passengers with a range of services to keep them comfortable along the journey from San Sebastian to Bilbao. With free Wi-Fi onboard every ride, passengers can keep up-to-date with news, work emails and social media—or even research how to get around the city of Bilbao upon arrival. Passengers may also benefit from onboard entertainment and ample room for luggage—specifically, Alsa allows passengers to carry on up to 66 pounds (30 kg) of luggage per person free of charge. While there is limited space for bicycles, up to four bicycles can be accommodated on each bus service, so passengers are encouraged to book space in advance. For individuals who would like to bring their pet along, Alsa’s pet policy allows passengers to purchase a reduced price ticket for one small domestic pet weighing no more than 22 pounds (10 kg). However, guide dogs are allowed on board the buses at no additional cost, which is one of the accommodations provided to passengers with limited mobility on each bus route. Alsa also offers special seating for passengers with greater accessibility needs and will take additional measures to accommodate the requirements of passengers, as requested.

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Popular bus stations from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao

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The major bus station for departures in Donostia-San Sebastian is Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao.
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Paseo de Francia
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Estación (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station)
  • Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
  • Bus: 28, 42, 45 Train: E2
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The major bus station for arrivals in Bilbao is Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Bilbao from Donostia-San Sebastian.
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WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Gurtubay Kalea
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Estación (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
  • Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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