Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona train

Cheap train tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Apr 01

Cheapest

169

Average

170

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
10:54AMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure10h31 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
1691One-way
2nd Cheapest
10:46AMLes Deux-Jumeaux10h39 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
1701One-way
10:42AMHendaye10h43 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
1701One-way

Train schedule from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, April 1
10:42AMHendaye10h43 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
10:46AMLes Deux-Jumeaux10h39 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
10:54AMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure10h31 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Apr 01

Fastest Journey

10 h 31 m

Average

10 h 37 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

401 km

It's difficult to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest
10:54AMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure10h31 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
1691One-way
2nd Fastest
10:46AMLes Deux-Jumeaux10h39 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
1701One-way
10:42AMHendaye10h43 09:25PMBarcelona Sants
2 transfers
1701One-way

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Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

distanceDistance249 miles (401 km)
durationAverage train duration5 h 59 min
priceAverage train ticket price$145 (€126)
frequencyTrain frequency1 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain providersRenfe, SNCF | Intercités or Renfe ALVIA

Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona cover the 249 miles (401 km) long route taking on average 5 h 59 min with our travel partners like Renfe, SNCF | Intercités or Renfe ALVIA. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $86 (€75), but the average price of train tickets is $145 (€126). Travelers depart most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastián and arrive in Barcelona Sants.

Train companies: Renfe from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona trains

Buy your official Renfe train tickets between Donostia-San Sebastian and Barcelona from $86 (€75) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

Renfe

Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger trains on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. You can use these savings offers and discount cards on Omio when booking your Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona trip. Renfe has a vast fleet of trains with different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

    Trains from San Sebastian to Barcelona

    Trains in Spain are an efficient way to travel between cities, with Renfe operating domestic and international train routes in Spain. Renfe operates trains from San Sebastian to Barcelona seven days a week. There are usually 2 trains from San Sebastian to Barcelona per day. These are direct Alvia trains that circulate both on high-speed routes and on conventional stretches, which significantly shortens travel time. From Monday to Saturday the first train departs at 7:28 a.m. while the second train leaves San Sebastian at 4:10 p.m. The average duration of the trip in both cases is 5 hours and 50 minutes. On Sundays, there are 3 trains– two on board Alvia trains and one on a Renfe Intercity train. All 3 San Sebastian to Barcelona trains are direct and their respective departure times are at 7:28 a.m., 2:37 p.m., and 4:10 p.m. The San Sebastián-Barcelona train timetables are fixed throughout the year.

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    San Sebastian to Barcelona Train Cost

    Average prices for Renfe trains from San Sebastian to Barcelona when you book in advance

    Booking Period

    Average Price

    Same Day

    €45

    1 Day in Advance

    €45

    1 Week in Advance

    €45

    2 Weeks in Advance

    €45

    1 Month in Advance

    €45

    3 Months in Advance

    €45

    San Sebastian to Barcelona Trains: General Information


    Travelers in Spain can offset some of the cost of San Sebastian to Barcelona train tickets by planning ahead and booking tickets as far in advance as possible.

    • autobus All San Sebastian to Barcelona trains are run by Renfe.
    • autobus All Renfe trains are direct, depart from San Sebastian's Donostia train station and arrive at Barcelona's Sants train station.
    • autobus The San Sebastian to Barcelona train journey takes as little as 5 hours and 23 minutes to arrive in Barcelona.
    • autobus Most travelers book their San Sebastian to Barcelona train tickets approximately 1 week in advance of the travel date.

    Train tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona: when to book to save $

    Time Price Savings
    1 week earlier 46 €
    2 weeks earlier 38 €21%
    3 weeks earlier 43 €7%
    1 month before 41 €12%
    2 months earlier 43 €7%
    3 months earlier 40 €15%


    Train companies often offer promotional prices and offers—by buying in advance—you can get access the best prices for trains in the U.S., Canada, and the major European railroad operators. Search on Omio to check prices and cheap train tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian - Barcelona. Easily find the most attractive rates and choose the your preferred route for your journey. Book and choose your mobile ticket: avoid the queues at the station and the added stress of printing your ticket.

    The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

    • Buying your train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian - Barcelona 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 7% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
    • If you book a ticket Donostia-San Sebastian - Barcelona with 2 months in advance you save up to about 7% compared to the initial price.
    • By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 15%.
    • On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.

    Travel Tips: Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

    Travel Tips: Travel by train to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona.
    FAQs
    Cheap train tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona can start from as little as $86 (€75) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona is $145 (€126); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
    On average the Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona train travel time is 5 h 59 min  for the 249 mile (401 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
    The first train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona leaves at 4: 37 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner  from Omio.
    The last train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona leaves at 10: 41 AM.
    Yes, it is possible to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona without having to change trains with Renfe Alvia. There is 1 direct train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
    Take the Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona train with Renfe, SNCF | Intercités or Renfe ALVIA. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

    Passengers board the train most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastián, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Barcelona Sants, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.

    The cheapest month to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona by train is April.
    However, you have options as you can travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Barcelona 2 different ways: bus or train.

    Important Stations and Airports for this connection

    Donostia-San Sebastian
    Barcelona
    The major railway station for departures from Donostia-San Sebastian is Donostia-San Sebastián. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Donostia-San Sebastián for your journey from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona.
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