How to travel from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian

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Compare train and bus for Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, while a train costs an average of €92.

Distance: 293 miles (473 km)

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€44

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€92

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€155

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9h 49m

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9h 19m

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7h 34m

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5h 39m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian

Compare the available ways to get from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of €44.

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

A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €92.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian is by train with an average journey time of 7h 34m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montpellier 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 Montpellier 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 €44 compared to roughly €155 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €112. The journey takes 9h 19m versus 5h 39m 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 Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50844 · 59024 · 3161
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50844 · 59024 · 3161
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50486 · 59024 · 3161
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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

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There are 2 options to travel between Montpellier and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of €44.

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

A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €92.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian is by train with an average journey time of 7h 34m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 49m.

The distance from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian is approximately 293 miles (473 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier 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 Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Saint-Roch and arrive in Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure.
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montpellier to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier 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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