How to travel from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr279 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr279, while a flight costs an average of kr6202.

Distance: 172 miles (278 km)

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kr1039

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4h 53m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of kr279.

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

A bus is kr308 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average kr587.

A bus is kr5923 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average kr6202.

The fastest way to travel from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 53m.

Bus takes on average 6h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Toulouse 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 Toulouse 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 kr279 compared to roughly kr1039 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr760. The journey takes 5h 40m versus 3h 22m 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 Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus8717
    7:20 AM5h20
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    12:40 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    kr1951One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus8717
    7:20 AM5h20
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    12:40 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    kr1951One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1194 · IB449
    5:30 PM3h20
    Toulouse Blagnac Airport
    8:50 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    kr78681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités14143+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866425)
    11:34 AM4h11
    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau
    3:45 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    kr4401One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | Intercités14151+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866461)
    1:34 PM4h22
    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau
    5:56 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    kr4401One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | Intercités14141+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187F51 (866529)
    9:34 AM4h21
    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau
    1:55 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    kr4511One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus8615
    2:00 PM5h30
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    7:30 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    kr1951One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus8617
    5:00 PM5h30
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    10:30 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    kr1951One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM4h35
    Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)
    2:35 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    kr2061One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1190 · IB445
    9:05 AM3h55
    Toulouse Blagnac Airport
    1:00 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    kr60591One-way
    1 transfer

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

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There are 3 options to travel between Toulouse and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of kr279.

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

A bus is kr308 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average kr587.

A bus is kr5923 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average kr6202.

The fastest way to travel from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 53m.

Bus takes on average 6h 10m.

The distance from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian is approximately 172 miles (278 km).
The average frequency per day from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian is:
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Flights mostly depart from Toulouse Blagnac Airport and arrive in San Sebastián Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau and arrive in Hendaye station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Alsa, Internorte to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by train.
  • Travel with Iberia to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Toulouse to Donostia-San Sebastian with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Alsa, Internorte.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | Intercités.
Omio customers who travel from Toulouse 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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