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Travel Information from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

Distance	249 miles (401 km)
Available travel modes	Bus, train or flight

Travel 249 miles (401 km) by bus, train or flight to Barcelona from Donostia-San Sebastian. Travelers can even take a direct from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona.

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from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

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

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

08:30AM10h55

San Sebastián / Donostia, Federico García Lorca

07:25PMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants

$581One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

08:30AM10h55

San Sebastián / Donostia, Federico García Lorca

07:25PMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants

$581One-way

2 transfers

Fastest

05:15PM1h05

San Sebastián Airport (EAS)

06:20PMBarcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

$1101One-way

0 transfers

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Bus

Flight

08:30AM11h05

San Sebastián / Donostia, Federico García Lorca

07:35PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

$581One-way

2 transfers

06:30AM12h55

San Sebastián / Donostia, Federico García Lorca

07:25PMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants

$581One-way

2 transfers

06:30AM13h05

San Sebastián / Donostia, Federico García Lorca

07:35PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

$581One-way

2 transfers

01:35PM1h05

San Sebastián Airport (EAS)

02:40PMBarcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

$1421One-way

0 transfers

01:35PM1h05

San Sebastián Airport (EAS)

02:40PMBarcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

$6171One-way

0 transfers

05:15PM1h05

San Sebastián Airport (EAS)

06:20PMBarcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

$6171One-way

0 transfers

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How to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona, 51,95% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $37 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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Bus Companies

Airlines

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

Travel information from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona with Renfe ALVIA:

Average Duration: 5 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $65

SNCF Intercités is a French railway network that provides medium-distance train services throughout the country. They offer all the SNCF trains routes which aren't covered by the high-speed TGV network. SNCF Intercités offers a variety of ticket types, including the Semi-Flex with a non-refundable and partially changeable ticket which is the cheapest option, and the Full-Flex, which allows for more flexibility. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for SNCF Intercités are Paris to Tolouse, Paris to Clermont-Ferrand, and Paris to Limoges. These routes offer travelers the opportunity to explore some of the smaller cities in France.

Travel information from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona with SNCF Intercités:

Average Duration: 9 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $121

Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains between Donostia-San Sebastian and Barcelona. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona travel information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 11 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $37

Alsa is the main travel company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK travel company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on travel journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal travel with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe travel like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.

Vueling is one of Spain’s leading low-cost airlines where you can choose between Basic, Optima or Time Flex tickets for your next travel to Barcelona from Donostia-San Sebastian.

Vueling Airlines from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona travel information:

Average Duration: 1 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $56

Iberia is Spain’s leading airline, headquartered in Adolfo Suárez-Madrid Barajas in Madrid, offering flights around Europe and across the world. It offers different fares for your next travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona including: Basic Fare, Classic Fare, Flexible Fare and Business Club.

Iberia from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona travel information:

Average Duration: 3 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $78

FAQs: Travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona

FAQs: Travel to Barcelona 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 Barcelona.

You can go from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona by bus, train or flight.

The distance from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona is approximately 249 miles (401 km).

Your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona doesn't have to end in Barcelona. Many of our customers like to extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Madrid, Paris, Valencia, Seville or Zaragoza. If you’d like to add Madrid, Paris, Valencia, Seville or Zaragoza to your Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona tour, check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel to any of these top destinations from Barcelona today!