How to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes

There are 2 options to travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Lourdes including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes is a train with an average price of €26.

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

A train is €17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes costing on average €43.

The fastest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes is by train with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 29m.

The distance from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes is approximately 98 miles (158 km).

The average frequency per day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes is:

• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Donostia-San Sebastian and Lourdes 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 Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes:

• Trains mostly depart from Hendaye station and arrive in Lourdes station.
• Buses mostly depart from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Lourdes, Gare SNCF.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa to go to Lourdes by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Euskotren to go to Lourdes by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
• 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.

Omio customers who travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lourdes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Toulouse, Barcelona, London, Bordeaux. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lourdes and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Lourdes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Lourdes, you can visit the Musée de Lourdes to learn about the history of the pilgrimage destination, explore local markets for regional products and souvenirs, and attend a candlelight procession at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Other notable sites include the House of St. Bernadette, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes with the Grotto of Massabielle, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the Château Fort de Lourdes with its panoramic views. For outdoor enthusiasts, a leisurely walk along the Gave de Pau river or a funicular ride to Pic du Jer for hiking and scenic vistas are recommended.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Lourdes allows visitors to explore the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, attend a candlelight procession, visit the Grotto, and explore nearby attractions such as the Pic du Jer and the Pyrenees.