- Must visit
Musée Fabre
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture, and important temporary exhibitions; one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 28 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Montpellier 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 Montpellier will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 18 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Montpellier on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 473 km distance in an average of 9 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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.
95920 · 8768 · 51047
8694 · 50591
8718 · 50489
3162 · 3615 · 50591
FlixBus
FlixBus
8718 · 51040
FlixBus
95930 · 50489
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Montpellier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 293 miles (473 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $103 Average price | $188 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration Fastest 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Montpellier:
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Montpellier costing on average $103 (€84).
Other travel options to Montpellier take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $188 (€154) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $145 (€119). The journey takes 7h 34m versus 5h 12m 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, BlaBlaCar.
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 12:35AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Montpellier buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h25 | 10:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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3162 · 3615 · 50591 | 12:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 17h05 | 5:40 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
3162 · 50023 · 50845 | 12:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 12h00 | 12:35 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
3162 · 50487 | 12:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 13h45 | 2:20 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
3160 · 3615 · 50591 | 4:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 13h40 | 5:40 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 6:25 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 9h45 | 4:10 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h35 | 5:00 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 1 transfer | |
8694 · 50591 | 6:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h00 | 5:40 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
95920 · 8768 · 51047 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 13h50 | 11:10 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
95920 · 8768 · 51040 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 15h45 | 1:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
95920 · 5539 · 51040 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 15h45 | 1:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
95920 · 50489 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 18h20 | 3:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
3168 · 50489 | 11:05 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 16h35 | 3:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
3168 · 5539 · 51040 | 11:05 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h00 | 1:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
8718 · 51040 | 4:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 1:05 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
8718 · 50489 | 4:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h05 | 3:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
95930 · 51028 | 5:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 12h40 | 6:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
95930 · 50489 | 5:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h05 | 3:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Montpellier run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 293 miles (473 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 293 miles (473 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Montpellier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montpellier trip today.
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture, and important temporary exhibitions; one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Contemporary art center in a historic building, known for ambitious rotating exhibitions and a strong local creative scene connection.
Large contemporary art venue presenting international themed exhibitions in a renovated cultural complex near the center.
Montpellier’s historic center, packed with winding lanes, courtyards, boutiques, and lively squares; the essential area to explore on foot.
Grand esplanade with city views, monuments, and sunset appeal; one of the most scenic walking areas in Montpellier.
Striking neoclassical district designed by Ricardo Bofill, popular for architecture photography and wide pedestrian spaces.
A round pie from nearby Sète filled with octopus in a spicy tomato sauce. It is one of the best-known local specialties of the Hérault coast.
A creamy salt cod emulsion, traditionally mixed with olive oil and sometimes milk or potato. Nîmes is famous for it, and it is widely eaten in Montpellier.
A small sweet-savory pastry from nearby Pézenas, usually filled with lamb, suet, and spices. It reflects the historic cuisine of the wider Montpellier area.
An established fine dining address led by chef Jacques et Laurent Pourcel alumni influence, known for polished contemporary French cuisine and careful presentation.
A well-known restaurant in Montpellier’s historic center with a charming courtyard garden. It serves refined French cuisine in an elegant but relaxed setting.
A long-running restaurant near the old town, appreciated for classic regional and French dishes in a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Budget eats are reasonable, but central hotels and sit-down dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafes.
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Montpellier Sabines Gare Routière, Montpellier -> Montpellier Saint-Roch, Montpellier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Montpellier 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 Montpellier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Montpellier buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Montpellier 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.
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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