Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid bus
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Bus times from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid
Fastest Journey
5 h 10 m
Average
5 h 47 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
352 km
Of the 14 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Madrid every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid
 | Distance | 218 miles (352 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 5 h 10 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $43 (€39) |
 | Bus frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct bus | Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day |
 | Bus providers | Union Ivkoni International, Alsa Supra, Infobus, Alsa, Conda, Alsa Premium, FlixBus or Blablabus |
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid cover the 218 miles (352 km) long journey taking on average 5 h 10 min with our travel partners like Union Ivkoni International, Alsa Supra, Infobus, Alsa, Conda, Alsa Premium, FlixBus or Blablabus. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $43 (€39), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $43 (€39).
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa and BlaBlaCar Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid
Find the best buses to Madrid from Donostia-San Sebastian with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, Alsa and BlaBlaCar Bus from $43 (€39). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
FlixBus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid bus information:
- Average Duration: 7 h 35 min
- FlixBus frequency: 1 a day
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of buses with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal bus with free WiFi, bathrooms, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium buses provide more luxurious services when traveling by road, depending on the specific route. Apart from the Standard ticket, Alsa offers other bus tickets like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes.
- Average Price: $43
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French bus company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long bus journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.
BlaBlaCar Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid bus information:
- Average Duration: 7 h 7 min
- BlaBlaCar Bus frequency: 1 a day
Buses from San Sebastian to Madrid: Journey Details
Buses in Spain are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering both domestic and international routes. Buses from San Sebastian to Madrid leave regularly and frequently throughout the day, from very early in the morning until very late in the evening. All services are offered by ALSA. The journey takes between 5 hours and 25 minutes, and 6 hours and 45 minutes. Weekend departures are equally frequent and regular.
Return buses from Madrid to San Sebastian are also available.
Taking the Bus from San Sebastian
Buses from San Sebastian to Madrid leave from the main bus station on Plaza de Pio XII which is a 15 minute journey on the city's efficient bus service from the town centre. There is no public transport after midnight. Taxis are also available at taxi ranks. The journey from the bus station to the town centre takes less than ten minutes.
Getting into Madrid by Bus
Madrid is Spain's dynamic capital city and has some of the world's greatest museums and art galleries. The Prado has a huge collection, including landmark works by El Greco, Velazquez and Goya. Picasso's 'Guernica' is the showstopper at the Reina Sofia modern art museum. The Palacio Real, or Royal Palace, is the official residence of Spain's king and tours are available. Madrid is renowned for its vibrant night life and some venues are open all night. Travellers from San Sebastian arrive at the bus station on Avenida de America, north of the city centre, and linked to the efficient Metro system and on bus routes. The journey to the city centre takes less than 30 minutes. The Metro runs until 1.30am. There is a night bus service. Taxis are available to hail on streets. Taxi journeys from the bus station to the city centre take about 20 minutes.
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