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Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
700 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris 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 Paris will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 30 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Paris on Tue, Aug 25, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct buses cover the 700 km distance in an average of 9 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $142.
Distance: 434 miles (700 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$44 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price | $377 Average price | $269 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Paris:
A bus is $86 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris costing on average $131 (€105).
A bus is $333 (€267) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris costing on average $377 (€303).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 59m.
Bus takes on average 9h 57m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $269 (€216) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $224 (€180). The journey takes 9h 57m versus 7h 29m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Gipsyy, Rede Expressos.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 09:14AM | Duration 11h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 09:14AM | Duration 11h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 11h01 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 11h01 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $131 |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris buses for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 5:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 12h05 | 8:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
95920 | 9:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 12h20 | 9:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h45 | 12:55 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 13h20 | 4:50 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h55 | 4:00 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h40 | 6:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 7:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h30 | 7:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 7:45 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 9h59 | 7:29 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 9h59 | 7:29 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 7:45 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h30 | 8:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3160 | 4:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 11h15 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris run on average 22 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 434 miles (700 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 434 miles (700 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
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Paris Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Châtelet, Paris
San Sebastian Paris buses belong to 4 absolutely reliable companies: Alsa, Ouibus, Eurolines and IberoCoach. They all offer a fleet of modern vehicles that include ample spaces between seats, which are reclining, as well as bathroom and individual screens in many of them.
San Sebastian Paris buses offer heterogeneous routes, with durations ranging from a little more than 6 hours to more than 10. Both capitals are separated by a total of 775 kilometers, although many of these transfers include stopovers in French cities such as Bordeaux, Rennes, Lyon, Clermont Ferrand, Nantes or Tours, for example.
.The alternatives are many: more than 65. However, for practical purposes, the truth is that there are only 4 departure times. 2 are at night, 1 in the middle of the morning and the last one in the morning. As a result, the time options are not as many as you might think.
San Sebastian bus station: gifted with personalized attention, video surveillance, free wifi, good adaptability for people with mobility difficulties, cafeteria, supermarket, slogan, press kiosk, pastry shop, sweet shop, 5 women's toilets, 4 men's, car rental agencies, vending machines and lottery administration, is located in Paseo Federico García Lorca, next to the train station. You can use city bus lines 17, 24, 37 and 45, or nearby 9, 41, 42 and 27, to get there from anywhere in the city.
Paris-Montparnasse station: is strategically located on the left bank of the Seine, in the tourist district of Montparnasse. It is a building with artistic and historical value that includes a museum on the French resistance in the Second World War and original murals by Victor Vasarely. To get from this station to the centre there is a metro connection and a multitude of bus lines, including 28, 58, 82, 89, 91, 92, 94 and 96, among others.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Paris buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station pair, with some services arriving at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C). Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Paris 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.
San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII.
Ticket office support is available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII.
Available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII: Wheelchair accessible.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C). ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C).
Available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 is 14 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145. ATMs are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Ticket office support is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Pavements and crossings suitable for wheelchairs.
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