How to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $81 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, while a flight costs an average of $298.

Distance: 701 miles (1129 km)

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$81

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$298

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$276

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$427

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19h 15m

Average total duration

18h 45m

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5h 43m

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3h 43m

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8h 54m

Average total duration

8h 24m

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14h 9m

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1.1 - 2.8kg

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3.4 - 6.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam is a bus with an average price of $81 (€66).

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

A bus is $195 (€158) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam costing on average $276 (€224).

A bus is $216 (€175) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam costing on average $298 (€241).

The fastest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 43m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 54m.

Bus takes on average 19h 15m.

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

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from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3274 · 1661
    10:10 PM20h55
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    7:05 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3274 · 1661
    10:10 PM20h55
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    7:05 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IberiaIB444 · IB1345
    9:20 AM4h50
    San Sebastián Airport
    2:10 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $11161One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TGV8530+Intercity3313+Eurostar9341+Eurocity Direct9555
    7:05 AM9h51
    Hendaye station
    4:56 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    $3221One-way
    3 transfers
  • TGV8530+Eurostar9351
    7:05 AM10h45
    Hendaye station
    5:50 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    $3491One-way
    1 transfer
  • TGV8530+NS International | IC Brussel1865+Eurostar9351
    7:05 AM10h40
    Hendaye station
    5:45 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    $3541One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus95930 · 1563
    5:35 PM20h40
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    2:15 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $1091One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3162 · 1663
    12:35 AM19h24
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    7:59 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus95920 · 1611
    9:20 AM20h45
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    6:05 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA04086+KLMKL1508
    8:15 AM14h45
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    11:00 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $2631One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA04086+KLMKL1506
    8:15 AM11h35
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    7:50 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $2661One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA04086+IberiaIB739
    8:15 AM14h05
    Donostia-San Sebastián
    10:20 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $2741One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam 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 Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam.

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There are 3 options to travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Amsterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam is a bus with an average price of $81 (€66).

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

A bus is $195 (€158) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam costing on average $276 (€224).

A bus is $216 (€175) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam costing on average $298 (€241).

The fastest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 43m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 54m.

Bus takes on average 19h 15m.

The distance from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam is approximately 701 miles (1129 km).
The average frequency per day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Donostia-San Sebastian and Amsterdam 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 Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from San Sebastián Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hendaye station and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vueling, Iberia to go to Amsterdam by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Amsterdam by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, Eurostar, Euskotren to go to Amsterdam by train.
Omio customers who travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Amsterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Berlin, London, Copenhagen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Amsterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Amsterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise for scenic views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets, art galleries, and cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a variety of goods and Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience for an interactive brewery tour, or discover the NEMO Science Museum, a hands-on science center. Don't miss the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum for art, the historic Anne Frank House, the urban Vondelpark, and Dam Square featuring the Royal Palace.
Three to four days are ideal for exploring Amsterdam's main attractions, enjoying its museums, and experiencing its vibrant culture.
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