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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
15 h
Buses per day
21
Distance
964 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels 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 Brussels will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 21 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Brussels on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 964 km distance in an average of 15 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 15 h 40 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.
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3160 · 50100
95920 · 1613
3162 · 50321
4761 · 1647
4004 · 1657
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3162 · 50321
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4761 · 1647Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $127.
Distance: 599 miles (964 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $257 Average price | $346 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 52m Average total duration 15h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 Brussels:
A bus is $119 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels costing on average $177 (€143).
A bus is $199 (€161) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels costing on average $257 (€208).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 24m.
Bus takes on average 15h 22m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $346 (€280) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $288 (€233). The journey takes 15h 22m versus 10h 28m 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 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 Infobus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:13AM | Duration 16h53 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3160 · 50100 | 4:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 16h50 | 8:50 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 19h30 | 1:10 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
95920 · 1613 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 16h53 | 2:13 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 22h05 | 8:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 20h15 | 12:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
95926 · 50458 | 7:20 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 17h50 | 1:10 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 15h45 | 12:45 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 16h15 | 1:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 18h25 | 3:50 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:30 PM San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII | 17h15 | 2:45 PM Central Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:30 PM San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII | 17h10 | 2:40 PM Central Station | 1 transfer | |
4004 · 1657 | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h30 | 12:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
4031 · 1407 | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 17h15 | 2:45 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
· | 9:30 PM San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII | 14h30 | 12:00 PM Central Station | 1 transfer | |
4031 · 1661 | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 17h10 | 2:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
3164 · 1466 | 10:45 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h45 | 1:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 18h05 | 5:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
· | 12:00 AM San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII | 15h40 | 3:40 PM Central Station | 1 transfer | |
4761 · 1647 | 12:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 15h40 | 3:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 17h25 | 5:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 21h40 | 10:10 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 2 transfers | |
3162 · 50321 | 12:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h40 | 3:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels run on average 12 times per day, taking around 15h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 599 miles (964 km) distance in 13h 45m.
Distance 599 miles (964 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world’s largest collection of his surrealist works in a central historic setting.
Celebrated museum in an Art Nouveau building, known for its global instrument collection and audio-guided displays.
Popular cultural hill and viewpoint linking the upper and lower city, especially photogenic at sunset.
Historic covered arcade of elegant passages, shops, and architecture, often highlighted in social media imagery.
Stylish square known for antiques, refined atmosphere, and easy access to nearby churches and museums.
Brussels classic of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onions, or cream, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
Traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. A staple in Brussels brasseries.
Rustic mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat. The base preparation is a classic local side dish.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Respected restaurant specializing in carefully prepared Belgian cuisine and strong beer pairings, with a cozy, polished brasserie feel.
Well-known old-school restaurant serving generous Belgian specialties such as carbonnade, stoemp, and sausage in a rustic, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and transport are manageable, but central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; no tip is expected for bars or cafés.
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Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Brussels -> Brussels Central Station, Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Brussels buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
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