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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 1 trains that leave Donostia-San Sebastián for Barcelona Sants on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 16 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.
005336:53 AM6h16Donostia-San Sebastián1:09 PMBarcelona Sants$711One-way0 transfers
- 005336:53 AM6h16Donostia-San Sebastián1:09 PMBarcelona Sants$711One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $42.
Distance: 249 miles (401 km)
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$96 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 18014+00621+ 06415 | Delayed 1:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 9h33 | 9:28 PM 9:28 PMBarcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 00533 | 6:53 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 6h16 | 1:09 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants
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Trains from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) but you can travel from only $16 (€12) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 05:57. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (401 km) distance in 6h 12m.
Distance 249 miles (401 km) |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 5:57 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastián and Barcelona Sants from $16 (€12). 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 Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastián to Barcelona Sants 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 Barcelona Sants, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
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- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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