The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
41฿
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
50฿
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
7 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
9 h 48 m
Buses on 29 Sept
3
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around 50฿ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 41฿.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 3 buses from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 401 km distance in an average of 9 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 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.
Normal2:40 PM8h10Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses41 ฿1One-way0 changes
Normal3:10 PM7h40Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants10:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses41 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 AM13h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:35 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses68 ฿1One-way1 change
Normal3:10 PM7h40Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants10:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses41 ฿1One-way0 changes
Normal2:40 PM8h10Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses41 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 AM13h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:35 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses68 ฿1One-way1 change
Live departures
Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h35 | 10:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 10:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h20 | 5:25 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:35 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 6h50 | 5:25 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian
Buses from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 11฿ but you can travel from only 6฿ by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 401 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 401 km |
Average bus duration 10h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price 11฿ |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Monbus, Alsa from Barcelona to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian with FlixBus, Monbus, Alsa for as low as 6฿. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Donostia-San Sebastian
Most Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Donostia-San Sebastian bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do buses to Donostia-San Sebastian leave from?
Getting to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses from Barcelona arrive at?
Getting to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 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 and drink
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Getting to Irún, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Irún, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Irún, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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