The cheapest and fastest trains from Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arcachon 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 Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Arcachon for Donostia-San Sebastian on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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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Live departures
Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian train times
The table below shows live departures for Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:43 PM Arcachon | 2h42 | 7:25 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:12 PM Arcachon | 3h28 | 8:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Trains from Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 21:12 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF from Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsSNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Arcachon and Donostia-San Sebastian from $28 (€23). 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 Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian by train. 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 train, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Arcachon to Donostia-San Sebastian
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Avenue Gambetta.
- Chez Pierre
- Restaurant Café de la Plage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Le B d'Arcachon
- Hôtel Point France
- Grand Hôtel Richelieu
- Located in the main hall
- 160 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: TER Nouvelle-Aquitaine services
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