Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon bus with Alsa

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 03
Cheapest price on Nov 03
NOK 474
Average ticket price on Nov 03
NOK 545
Fastest journey on Nov 03
10 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Nov 03
13 h 35 m
Buses on Nov 03
10
Distance
788 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon 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 Lisbon will cost around NOK 545 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only NOK 474.

Fast buses

On Tue, Nov 03, we found 10 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon, including 9 direct services.

On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 788 km distance in an average of 13 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .

On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 14 h 29 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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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon

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PortugalPortugal
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon run on average 16 times per day, taking around 14h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at NOK 100 if you book in advance.

There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 489 miles (788 km) distance in 10h 55m.

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.
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Journey facts

  • Distance489 miles (788 km)
  • Average bus duration14h 18m
  • Cheapest ticket priceNOK 100
  • Buses per day16
  • Direct buses14
  • Fastest bus10h 55m
  • First bus12:15 AM
  • Last bus11:30 PM
  • Cheapest MonthDec
  • Cheapest DayTue
  • High SeasonOct - Dec
  • Low SeasonJan - Mar
  • Busiest DayThu
  • Least Busy DayMon
  • Best time to book35 days

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Frequently asked questions about your Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon.

Cheap bus tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon can start from as little as NOK 100 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon is NOK 580 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon leaves at 12:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes, there are 14 direct buses a day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar Bus
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
13h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
NOK 320
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
14h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
NOK 562
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
01:15AM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
16h00
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 320
Operator
Internorte
Departure Time
01:15AM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
16h00
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 320
Operator
BlaBlaCar Bus
Departure Time
01:15AM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
16h00
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 771
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:40AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
9h20
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
NOK 564
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
19h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
NOK 573
Operator
Internorte
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
19h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
NOK 573
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:45AM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
16h25
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 529
Operator
Internorte
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:29PM
Duration
14h29
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 320
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:45PM
Duration
14h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 320
Operator
Internorte
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
15h15
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 683
Operator
Alsa
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
07:04PM
Duration
12h04
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
NOK 320
Operator
Internorte
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
07:04PM
Duration
12h04
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
NOK 320
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:05AM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
10h55
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 430
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
09:55PM
Duration
13h55
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 540
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:50AM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
9h30
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
NOK 691
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:40PM
Arrival Time
11:45AM
Duration
14h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
NOK 391

Live departures

Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon bus times

The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
14h05
11:45 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus10:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
17h35
3:15 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios1 transfer
Tuesday, November 3
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
14h30
2:30 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal1:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
16h00
4:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente0 transfersDirect
InternorteNormal1:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
16h00
4:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal7:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
14h29
8:29 PM Lisboa, Oriente0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal7:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
14h45
8:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios0 transfersDirect
InternorteNormal7:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
14h45
8:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios0 transfersDirect
InternorteNormal7:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
14h29
8:29 PM Lisboa, Oriente0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:05 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
10h55
6:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
13h55
9:55 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente0 transfersDirect

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FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte and more offer buses services from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon.
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Bus companies

Bus companies from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon

Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon with Alsa, FlixBus, and Internorte. Overnight buses available on this route with Alsa, FlixBus, and BlaBlaCar Bus. Regional buses available on this route with Alsa. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
11h 15m
Cheapest Alsa Price
NOK 100
Alsa frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
10h 55m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
NOK 253
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
13h 30m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
NOK 259
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

Internorte

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Internorte Duration
11h 29m
Cheapest Internorte Price
NOK 100
Internorte frequency
5 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Donostia-San Sebastian and Lisbon

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte for the best way to get you to Lisbon. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Donostia-San Sebastian and Lisbon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon for bus company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon depends on the bus companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • 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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon with the following bus company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.

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Coffee
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FAQs: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon

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Popular bus stations from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Lisboa, Gare Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Lisbon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Donostia-San Sebastian
Arrival bus stations in Lisbon

Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses to Lisbon leave from?

Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon leave from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses. The station is from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre at Paseo de Francia, 22, 20012 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain.
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesPaseo de Francia, 22, 20012 Donostia-San Sebastian, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre

Bus9, 37, B3, 42 · 10m · NOK 23 · every ~14 min

Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 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 and drink

Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.

Bus stations for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon

Check bus stations information for Donostia-San Sebastian and Lisbon, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Donostia-San Sebastian , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses . When arriving in Lisbon , you can end your journey in bus stations like Lisboa, Gare Oriente, Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios, Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado, Lisboa, Oriente, Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Lisboa, Gare Oriente, located 6 away from the city centre.
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