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Cheap train tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Sep 29

Cheapest

€43

Average

€69

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

05:02AM4h55

Donostia-San Sebastián

09:57AMMadrid Chamartín

€431One-way

0 transfers

11:22AM8h18

Donostia-San Sebastián

07:40PMMadrid Chamartín

€961One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 29

Renfe INTERCITY

05:02AM4h55

Donostia-San Sebastián

09:57AMMadrid Chamartín

0 transfers

Renfe MD

11:22AM8h18

Donostia-San Sebastián

07:40PMMadrid Chamartín

1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Sep 29

Fastest Journey

4 h 55 m

Average

6 h 36 m

Trains per day

Distance

352 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Madrid every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

05:02AM4h55

Donostia-San Sebastián

09:57AMMadrid Chamartín

€431One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

11:22AM8h18

Donostia-San Sebastián

07:40PMMadrid Chamartín

€961One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid

	Distance	218 miles (352 km)
	Average train duration	4 h 55 min
	Average train ticket price	$48 (€43)
	Train frequency	4 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Intercity or Renfe

Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid cover the 218 miles (352 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 55 min with our travel partners like Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Intercity or Renfe. Normally, there are 4 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $34 (€31), but the average price of train tickets is $48 (€43). Travelers depart most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastián and arrive in Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.

Train companies: Renfe (13) and Renfe from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid trains

You can travel by train between Donostia-San Sebastian and Madrid with Renfe (13) and Renfe for as low as $34 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains to Madrid from Donostia-San Sebastian. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.

Trains from San Sebastian to Madrid

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 Madrid seven days a week. There are usually 5-6 trains traveling from San Sebastian to Madrid per day. All trains depart from San Sebastian's Donostia train station and arrive at either Madrid's Atocha or Chamartín train station. The first train usually departs San Sebastian at 5:10 a.m., while the last train leaves at 4:30 p.m. San Sebastian to Madrid trains usually take between 5 and 8 hours to arrive in Madrid depending on the train chosen.

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San Sebastian to Madrid Train Cost

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

Booking Period	Average Price
Same Day	€72
1 Day in Advance	€51
1 Week in Advance	€48
2 Weeks in Advance	€48
1 Month in Advance	€42
3 Months in Advance	€17

San Sebastian to Madrid Trains: General Information

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

All San Sebastian to Madrid trains are run by Renfe.
Most Renfe trains are direct, while occasional journeys require a transfer in Zaragoza. All trains depart from San Sebastian's Donostia train station and arrive at either Madrid's Atocha or Chamartín train station.
The San Sebastian to Madrid train journey takes as little as 4 hours and 56 minutes to arrive in Madrid.
Most travelers book their San Sebastian to Madrid train tickets approximately 1 day in advance of the travel date.

Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on San Sebastian to Madrid trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:

It is 29% cheaper on average to purchase a San Sebastian to Madrid train ticket a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the train station.
It is 33% cheaper to purchase San Sebastian to Madrid train tickets 1 week ahead of when you intend to travel.
Finally, San Sebastian to Madrid train costs are 42% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of departure.

Deutsche Bahn trains from San Sebastian to Madrid

Deutsche Bahn is the main railroad company in Germany. On average, about 40,000 train journeys are made in Germany every day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types—make savings with offers such as the Sparpreis ticket or apply discount cards with the BahnCard. Check whether you can also use them on the DB route from San Sebastian to Madrid. You can find information on ticket cancelation in our Help Center.

DB has different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its railroads, which differ in terms of comfort and travel time. While restrooms, for example, are part of the standard equipment, other offers such as an on-board restaurant or Wi-Fi access are only available on certain trains. With Omio you can easily check the Deutsche Bahn timetable for your journey from San Sebastian to Madrid and book cheap DB tickets. More information on rail travel in Germany and Europe.

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

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	43 €
2 weeks earlier	42 €	2%
3 weeks earlier	38 €	13%
1 month before	34 €	26%
2 months earlier	35 €	23%
3 months earlier	34 €	26%

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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 - Madrid 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 13% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket Donostia-San Sebastian - Madrid with 2 months in advance you save up to about 23% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 26%.
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FAQs: Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid

FAQs: Travel by train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid 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 Madrid.

Cheap train tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid can start from as little as $34 (€31) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid is $48 (€43); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Donostia-San Sebastian and Madrid is on average 4 h 55 min for the 218 mile (352 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Donostia-San Sebastian and Madrid by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid leaves at 7: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid leaves at 3: 03 PM.

Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid with Renfe INTERCITY. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the route from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid you can take a train with Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Intercity or Renfe. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

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 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Madrid from Donostia-San Sebastian is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid by train is January.

Yes, you can take a flight to Madrid from Donostia-San Sebastian.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Donostia-San Sebastian

Madrid

Donostia-San Sebastián is the most popular Donostia-San Sebastian railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Donostia-San Sebastian for your trip to Madrid.

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De Francia Ibilbidea, 22, 20012 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

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