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The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$63

Average price

$92

Fastest journey

5 h 18 m

Average duration

5 h 37 m

Trains per day

22

Distance

346 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín 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 Madrid Chamartín will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.

Fast trains

Of the 22 trains that leave Donostia-San Sebastián for Madrid Chamartín on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 346 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 18 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 57 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.

  • Renfe INTERCITY04166
    2:10 PM5h31
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    7:41 PMMadrid Chamartín
    $631One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe MD18014+Renfe AVLO04190
    1:55 PM8h37
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    10:32 PMMadrid Chamartín
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe MD18012+Renfe AVLO04190
    11:00 AM11h32
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    10:32 PMMadrid Chamartín
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe MD18012+Renfe INTERCITY04162
    11:00 AM9h38
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    8:38 PMMadrid Chamartín
    $761One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe MD18014+Renfe INTERCITY04162
    1:55 PM6h43
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    8:38 PMMadrid Chamartín
    $811One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $31.

Distance: 214 miles (346 km)

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$45

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$49

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The cheapest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín is a train with an average price of $45 (€37).

This is compared to other travel options from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín:

A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín costing on average $49 (€40).

A train is $173 (€142) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín costing on average $219 (€179).

The fastest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 7m.

Other travel options to Madrid Chamartín take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 18m.

Bus takes on average 5h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Donostia-San Sebastián and Madrid Chamartín including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín train times

The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
Renfe ALVIA04176
On time
4:47 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
5h33
10:20 PM Madrid Chamartín		0 transfersDirect
Sunday, June 21
Renfe ALVIA040868:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
5h18
1:58 PM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
Renfe ALVIA04086+Renfe AVLO051788:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
8h11
4:51 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe ALVIA04086+AVE051708:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
8h39
5:19 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe ALVIA04086+Renfe AVANT081588:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
7h52
4:32 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18012+Renfe AVANT0816811:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
6h56
5:56 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18012+Renfe AVANT0817811:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
8h02
7:02 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18012+Renfe AVLO0419011:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
11h32
10:32 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18012+Renfe INTERCITY0416211:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastián
9h38
8:38 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18014+Renfe AVANT081981:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
6h58
8:53 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18014+Renfe AVLO041901:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
8h37
10:32 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18014+Renfe INTERCITY047861:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
6h27
8:22 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18014+Renfe AVANT082081:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
7h52
9:47 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe MD18014+Renfe INTERCITY041621:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
6h43
8:38 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe INTERCITY04166+Renfe AVANT081982:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
6h43
8:53 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe INTERCITY04166+Renfe AVANT343102:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
5h57
8:07 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe INTERCITY041662:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
5h31
7:41 PM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
Renfe INTERCITY04166+Renfe AVLO041902:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
8h22
10:32 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe INTERCITY04166+Renfe AVANT082082:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
7h37
9:47 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer
Renfe INTERCITY04166 · 041622:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastián
6h28
8:38 PM Madrid Chamartín1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín

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Trains from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 15:47. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 5h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
214 miles (346 km)
Average train duration
5h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€16)
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
5h 5m
First train
2:55 AM
Last train
3:47 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastián and Madrid Chamartín from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 11m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
Renfe ALVIA frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Renfe INTERCITY

About
Renfe Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company, Renfe. It operates throughout Spain, connecting major cities and towns with frequent departures throughout the day. The Intercity service offers a variety of train types, including the Alvia and Talgo, all of which offer comfortable seating and modern amenities. Alvia and Talgo offer fast trains but not as fast the high-speed trains like AVE, offering more stops. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Business, and First Class. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe Intercity include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
$20 (€16)
Renfe INTERCITY frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of checked luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions and fare type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in First Class
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation with additional fee. Included in some premium tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Renfe INTERCITY

Renfe MD

About
Renfe MD, or Media Distancia (Mid-distance), is a division of Spain's national railway company, Renfe, specializing in regional train services. These trains connect cities and towns within the same autonomous community or between contiguous communities, typically covering distances under 300 km. Renfe MD operates various train types, including modern regional services with amenities like power sockets and reading lights, and high-speed Avant trains that reach up to 250 km/h on shorter, high-speed routes. While not as fast as long-distance AVE trains, Renfe MD offers extensive coverage across Spain, providing essential regional connections.
Luggage & cancellation policy
0
Renfe MD frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions and fare type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and light meals. Vending machines available on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation with additional fee. Some routes require mandatory seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín 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 Madrid Chamartín, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $20 (€16), while the average price is around $45 (€37).
The train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín takes 5h 5m and runs 3 per day.
The distance by train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín is 214 miles (346 km).
The first train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín leaves at 2:55 AM.
The last train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín leaves at 3:47 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín.
Yes, there is a direct train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín.
The cheapest way to get from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín is by train, with a cost of around $20 (€16).
The train journey from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the Basque Country and the picturesque landscapes of northern Spain, including rolling hills and charming countryside.
A day trip from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 5m. There are 2 trains per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín.
Since both Donostia-San Sebastián and Madrid Chamartín are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Madrid Chamartín include Segovia, Valladolid, Zamora, Toledo, Cuenca.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Spain Pass and Interrail Spain Pass are valid on most trains within Spain, including RENFE regional, AVE high-speed, and other long-distance services. Some restrictions may apply for certain premium trains, so it is advisable to check specific train eligibility and reservation requirements in advance.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid Chamartín

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The major train station for departures in Donostia-San Sebastian is Donostia-San Sebastián. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Donostia-San Sebastián for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid.
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De Francia Ibilbidea, 22, 20012 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

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