- Must visit
San Telmo Museoa
The city’s main museum, housed in a 16th-century convent with a modern extension. It explores Basque society, art, and history and is one of the best cultural stops in Donostia-San Sebastián.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarbes to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 12 buses that leave Tarbes for Donostia-San Sebastian on Sat, Jun 20, 8 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 167 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tarbes to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Tarbes to Donostia-San Sebastian:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarbes to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average $29 (€23).
Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 3h 32m versus 2h 0m 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, FlixBus.
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 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:59PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:59PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Tarbes to Donostia-San Sebastian 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 |
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![]() | 4:45 PM Tarbes | 3h50 | 8:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Tarbes | 3h30 | 9:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Tarbes | 3h49 | 10:59 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:25 AM Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 3h50 | 11:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
8717 · 95919 | 9:20 AM Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 9h50 | 7:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
8717 | 9:20 AM Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 3h20 | 12:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
8717 · 8615 | 9:20 AM Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 10h10 | 7:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
8717+ Normal | 9:20 AM Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 6h15 | 3:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 3h40 | 2:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tarbes to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Donostia-San Sebastián — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Donostia-San Sebastián trip today.
The city’s main museum, housed in a 16th-century convent with a modern extension. It explores Basque society, art, and history and is one of the best cultural stops in Donostia-San Sebastián.
A major contemporary culture center in a former tobacco factory, known for exhibitions, visual arts, and creative programming. Popular with locals and visitors for its architecture and city views.
A high-quality fashion museum in nearby Getaria dedicated to Cristóbal Balenciaga. It is one of the most internationally notable museums in the region and worth the short trip.
The city’s signature bayfront walk is the essential Donostia-San Sebastián experience, combining beach views, classic architecture, and a polished seaside atmosphere. It is the top place for a first-t
The Old Town is the city’s historic heart, with narrow streets, lively squares, and a dense concentration of traditional architecture. It remains one of the most atmospheric areas to wander.
A hilltop area known for panoramic views over La Concha and its nostalgic amusement park. It is especially popular for sunset photos and social media content.
Small Basque bar bites served on bread or as composed morsels, central to local social eating culture and especially famous in the Old Town.
Spider crab baked San Sebastian style with onion, tomato, brandy, and breadcrumbs, one of the city’s classic seafood dishes.
Salt cod gently emulsified with olive oil, garlic, and chili into a silky sauce, a hallmark Basque preparation.
World-famous fine dining institution blending Basque culinary roots with innovation, ideal for a landmark gastronomic experience.
Iconic pintxos bar famous for creative hot pintxos such as carrilleras and seared foie, with a lively standing-room setting.
Well-known Old Town restaurant and pintxos bar celebrated for grilled meats, local seafood, and a classic bustling Donostia atmosphere.
Prices are high by Spanish standards, especially for hotels and dining. Pintxos can help keep food costs lower.
Tipping is modest. Round up in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, leave 5-10% only for very good service; it is appreciated but not expected.
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