How to travel from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, while a flight costs an average of $416.

Distance: 489 miles (788 km)

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5h 52m

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14h 26m

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2.4 - 4.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of $62 (€52).

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

A bus is $355 (€297) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average $416 (€349).

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 52m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lisbon and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users.

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from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4761
    8:00 AM14h59
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    11:59 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $601One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4761
    8:00 AM14h59
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    11:59 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $601One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB532 · IB449
    12:30 PM7h20
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    8:50 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    $6991One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM11h35
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    8:55 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 AM16h20
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    11:25 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $641One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 AM16h35
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    11:40 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $641One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe MD18063+easyJetU27651
    7:00 AM12h23
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    8:23 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    $3161One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB540+Renfe MD18063
    6:35 AM12h48
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    8:23 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    $4291One-way
    1 transfer

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

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There are 3 options to travel between Lisbon and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of $62 (€52).

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

A bus is $355 (€297) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average $416 (€349).

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 52m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 26m.

The distance from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian is approximately 489 miles (788 km).
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian is:
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in San Sebastián Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Gare Oriente and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Iberia, Vueling, British Airways, easyJet to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Rede Expressos to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • 13 direct buses per day with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon 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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