How to travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian

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Compare train and bus for Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł81 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł81, while a bus costs an average of zł125.

Distance: 109 miles (177 km)

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zł125

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zł81

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zł166

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4h 37m

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4h 7m

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3h 41m

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3h 11m

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2h 18m

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The cheapest way to travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian is a train with an average price of zł81.

This is compared to other travel options from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian:

A train is zł45 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average zł125.

The fastest way to travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Burgos and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around zł125 compared to roughly zł166 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł41. The journey takes 4h 7m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian

How to get from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Renfe ALVIA04167
    7:46 PM3h34
    Burgos - Rosa Manzano
    11:20 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    611One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Renfe ALVIA04167
    7:46 PM3h34
    Burgos - Rosa Manzano
    11:20 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    611One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • AlsaNormal
    6:45 AM3h20
    Burgos, Estación de Autobuses
    10:05 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    1031One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe ALVIA04087
    8:52 AM3h40
    Burgos - Rosa Manzano
    12:32 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    611One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe MD18063
    4:55 PM3h20
    Burgos - Rosa Manzano
    8:15 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    1251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe MD18061
    1:18 PM3h28
    Burgos - Rosa Manzano
    4:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    1251One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    3:15 AM3h25
    Burgos, Estación de Autobuses
    6:40 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    1031One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 PM10h55
    Burgos, Estación de Autobuses
    6:40 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    3951One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian

Travel to Donostia-San Sebastian 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 Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Burgos and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian is a train with an average price of zł81.

This is compared to other travel options from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian:

A train is zł45 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average zł125.

The fastest way to travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 37m.

The distance from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian is approximately 109 miles (177 km).
The average frequency per day from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian is:
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Burgos and Donostia-San Sebastian as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Trains mostly depart from Burgos - Rosa Manzano and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastián.
  • Buses mostly depart from Burgos, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra, FlixBus to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with Alsa.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA.
Omio customers who travel from Burgos to Donostia-San Sebastian often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Bilbao, Barcelona, Pamplona, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Donostia-San Sebastian and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Donostia-San Sebastian to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Donostia-San Sebastian, you can enjoy surfing at Zurriola Beach, join a pintxo tour in the lively bars of the Old Town, take a funicular to Monte Igueldo for stunning views and amusement park fun, explore marine life at the Aquarium, or attend events at the Kursaal Congress Centre. Don't miss visiting La Concha Beach, the historic Old Town, and the San Telmo Museoa. For panoramic views, head to Monte Igueldo, and visit Miramar Palace for beautiful gardens and bay views.
Three days in Donostia-San Sebastian is ideal to explore the city's beautiful beaches, indulge in its renowned culinary scene, and visit key attractions like the Old Town and Monte Igueldo.
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