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Centro Botín
Leading modern and contemporary art center by Renzo Piano, renowned for exhibitions, architecture, and exceptional bay views.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$20
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$23
Fastest journey on Oct 29
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
2 h 59 m
Buses on Oct 29
16
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Santander 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 Santander will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 16 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Santander, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Santander run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 92 miles (149 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 92 miles (149 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Donostia-San Sebastian to Santander.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Santander buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. 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 | 3:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h35 | 7:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 12:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal | 12:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 3:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 11:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h55 | 12:35 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 4h35 | 1:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h25 | 1:25 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h40 | 3:10 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 5:10 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 5:25 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 2:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 5:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 2:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 4h05 | 6:35 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 2:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 7:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
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Leading modern and contemporary art center by Renzo Piano, renowned for exhibitions, architecture, and exceptional bay views.
Excellent maritime museum covering Cantabrian seafaring, ecology, fishing, and naval history with aquariums and family-friendly displays.
Art museum focused on Cantabrian and Spanish painting, offering a compact but rewarding overview in a central historic setting.
Iconic peninsula park with palace grounds, beaches, mini-zoo area, and scenic walking routes. One of Santander’s essential outings.
Elegant seafront promenade linking gardens, monuments, and bay views. Ideal for a first walk through central Santander.
Dramatic headland viewpoint with cliffs, lighthouse scenery, and walking trails. A favorite for sunsets and Atlantic panoramas.
Cantabrian anchovies cured in salt or olive oil. Santander is famous for high-quality bocarte landed on this coast and served as a prized tapa.
Fresh hake with green sauce, usually with garlic, parsley, fish stock, peas and clams. A classic northern coastal dish tied to local fishing traditions.
Mountain stew from Cantabria with white beans, collard greens and pork products. Hearty inland cooking that is iconic across the region.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal Cantabrian products. Elegant setting and creative tasting menus with strong local identity.
Well-known dining room specializing in grilled fish and Cantabrian seafood. Smart but relaxed atmosphere with a strong local reputation.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Santander cooking. Traditional atmosphere near the seafront.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Santander.
San Sebastian-Santander buses run daily for 200 kilometres between the two Spanish cities. During this pleasant route, which runs along the coast of the Gulf of Viscaya and lasts less than 3 hours, travelers can relax, watch television and enjoy unforgettable panoramic views.
The ALSA company operates every day this busy journey by means of buses of 2 categories: Premium and Normal. Both have spacious armchairs with footrests, free wifi connection and the Ociobus channel with a wide range of series, films and other audiovisual content. Premium San Sebastian Santander buses also have plugs, individual screens, press and headphones.
The journeys on board Premium class coaches are shorter, have fewer stops and last 2 hours and 40 minutes. The rest of the San Sebastian Santander buses stop at a greater number of localities, so the duration of their journeys ranges between 2 hours and 50 minutes and 4 hours. All routes between the two cities are direct.
From Monday to Friday there are 10 daily connections between San Sebastian and Santander. On Saturdays the frequency of departures is reduced to 9 a day, while on Sundays there are 10 daily buses. Depending on the route and category of the bus, intermediate stops are made in places such as Éibar, Bilbao, Baracaldo, Laredo, Deba or Zarautz.
San Sebastian Bus Station/Donostia: is located 7 minutes walk from the Old City and a short walk from the beaches. The station offers 15 minutes of free underground parking, keyed and coded lockers, pastries, vending machines, ticket offices, cafeterias, ATMs and ticket vending machines. Buses 09, 17, 24, 27, 37, 41 and 42 connect the railway enclosure with other urban areas.
Santander bus station and airport: the first one is located in the centre of the city, one step away from the train station. Its premises have a leisure area, slogans, information points, ticket sales, kiosks, cafeterias, shops and a bakery. Every 30 minutes the buses of Transporte de Cantabria link the station with the airport of Santander.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Santander 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 Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Santander buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Santander, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Santander 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.
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander is 4 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Elevators, ramps.
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