How to travel from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €77, while a flight costs an average of €175.

Distance: 431 miles (695 km)

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€77

Average price

Cheapest

€175

Average price

€91

Average price

€145

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

13h 6m

Average total duration

12h 36m

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30m

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4h 11m

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2h 11m

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2h 0m

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20h 22m

Average total duration

19h 52m

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30m

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8h 30m

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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2.1 - 4.2kg

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Iberia

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of €77.

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

A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €91.

A bus is €98 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €175.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 6m.

Train takes on average 20h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Granada and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Granada 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 €77 compared to roughly €145 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €67. The journey takes 12h 36m versus 8h 30m 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 Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

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

  • AlsaNormal+SecorbusBASE
    6:00 PM17h00
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    11:00 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    661One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal+SecorbusBASE
    6:00 PM17h00
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    11:00 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    661One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1024 · IB449
    5:40 PM3h10
    Granada Airport
    8:50 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    5771One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • AlsaNormal · Supra Economy
    12:00 PM11h55
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    11:55 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    951One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM21h55
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    7:55 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    1181One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:00 AM20h40
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    6:40 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    1711One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY2019 · VY2486
    6:40 AM10h40
    Granada Airport
    5:20 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    2391One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY2011 · VY2486
    9:20 AM8h00
    Granada Airport
    5:20 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    2911One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY2015 · VY2484
    7:30 PM12h50
    Granada Airport
    8:20 AMSan Sebastián Airport
    3621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Granada 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 Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian.

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There are 3 options to travel between Granada and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of €77.

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

A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €91.

A bus is €98 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €175.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 11m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 6m.

Train takes on average 20h 22m.

The distance from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian is approximately 431 miles (695 km).
The average frequency per day from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian is:
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Flights mostly depart from Granada Airport and arrive in San Sebastián Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Granada, 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 Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Secorbus, FlixBus to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus.
  • Travel with Iberia, Ryanair, Vueling, Air Nostrum to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Granada to Donostia-San Sebastian with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Granada 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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