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Prison des Évêques Interpretation Site
Interpretation site in a former bishop’s prison presenting local history and the pilgrimage heritage of the town.
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port 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 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
It's difficult to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port without transferring at least once.
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Normal · NormalBuses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €29 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:45, the last at 13:45. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 6:45 AM |
Last bus 1:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Conda | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Conda | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Conda | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Conda | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 1:45 PM Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Place Juan de Huarte | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 1:45 PM Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Place Juan de Huarte | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 1:45 PM Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Place Juan de Huarte | 1 transfer | |
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Interpretation site in a former bishop’s prison presenting local history and the pilgrimage heritage of the town.
Pilgrimage-focused exhibition space explaining the Camino stages, traditions, and practical context for walkers.
Tourist office exhibition area with rotating displays on heritage, Basque culture, and local history for visitors.
The town’s famous sloping main street, lined with pink sandstone houses, shops, and many Camino landmarks.
Viewpoint around the citadel offering broad panoramas of red-roofed streets, green hills, and the pilgrim route onward.
Historic upper-town quarter enclosed by ramparts, best explored on foot for its gates, stone houses, and pilgrim atmosphere.
Basque cured ham, often IGP Kintoa or Bayonne style, prized for mountain pig farming and long air-drying in the western Pyrenees.
A rich Basque chicken stew with peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and Espelette pepper. A classic home-style dish across the French Basque Country.
Slow-cooked veal or beef stew with sweet peppers and tomatoes, linked to the nearby town of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry and inland Basque cooking.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Basque regional cuisine in a historic setting near the old town. Good choice for hearty local specialties.
Established casual address popular with pilgrims and visitors for Basque dishes, set menus, and a relaxed atmosphere in the center.
Friendly traditional spot known for local plates, grilled meats, and Basque flavors. A reliable informal option in the historic town.
Moderate for rural France. Pilgrim demand can raise lodging prices in peak season, but casual meals and local transport stay reasonable versus bigger tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port 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 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Place Juan de Huarte station pair. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port 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.
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