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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 12 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
566 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante 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 Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
It's difficult to get from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €126.
Distance: 351 miles (566 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price Cheapest | €96 Average price | €266 Average price |
8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian train times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:05 PM Alicante | 15h38 | 12:43 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
| 05063+04257 | On time 4:50 AM Alicante-Terminal | 13h56 | 6:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05273+04167 | On time 6:24 AM Alicante-Terminal | 15h28 | 9:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05273+04257 | On time 6:24 AM Alicante-Terminal | 12h22 | 6:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05083+04257 | On time 7:35 AM Alicante-Terminal | 11h11 | 6:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05083+04167 | On time 7:35 AM Alicante-Terminal | 14h17 | 9:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05093+04167 | On time 8:40 AM Alicante-Terminal | 13h12 | 9:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05093+04257 | On time 8:40 AM Alicante-Terminal | 10h06 | 6:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 04143+04257 | On time 9:26 AM Alicante-Terminal | 9h20 | 6:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 04143 · 04167 | On time 9:26 AM Alicante-Terminal | 12h26 | 9:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05817+04257 | On time 10:36 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h10 | 6:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05817+04167 | On time 10:36 AM Alicante-Terminal | 11h16 | 9:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05113+04167 | On time 11:45 AM Alicante-Terminal | 10h07 | 9:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
| 05143+04167 | On time 1:35 PM Alicante-Terminal | 8h17 | 9:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
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Trains from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $65 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 351 miles (566 km) distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 351 miles (566 km) |
Average train duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 5m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 14:35 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Intercity, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Intercity, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Alicante and Donostia-San Sebastian from $65 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
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