How to travel from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. 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 €43, while a flight costs an average of €467.

Distance: 278 miles (448 km)

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€43

Average price

Cheapest

€83

Average price

€467

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€90

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 13m

Average total duration

7h 43m

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30m

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8h 20m

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7h 50m

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3h 57m

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1h 57m

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2h 0m

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5h 49m

Average total duration

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.3 - 2.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €83.

A bus is €423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €467.

The fastest way to travel from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 13m.

Train takes on average 8h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Valencia 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 Valencia 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 €43 compared to roughly €90 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €46. The journey takes 7h 43m versus 5h 49m 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 Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

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

  • Bilman BusREFUERZO
    10:55 PM7h05
    Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
    6:00 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Bilman BusREFUERZO
    10:55 PM7h05
    Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
    6:00 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1082 · IB449
    5:40 PM3h10
    Valencia Airport
    8:50 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    6981One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Bilman BusREFUERZO
    10:50 AM7h40
    Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
    6:30 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    401One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1080 · IB445
    9:40 AM3h20
    Valencia Airport
    1:00 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    6981One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB1084 · IB445
    6:15 AM6h45
    Valencia Airport
    1:00 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    6981One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB1086 · IB445
    6:00 AM7h00
    Valencia Airport
    1:00 PMSan Sebastián Airport
    6981One-way
    1 transfer

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

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There are 3 options to travel between Valencia and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €83.

A bus is €423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average €467.

The fastest way to travel from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 13m.

Train takes on average 8h 20m.

The distance from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian is approximately 278 miles (448 km).
The average frequency per day from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian is:
  • Around 3 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Valencia 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 Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Flights mostly depart from Valencia Airport and arrive in San Sebastián Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Valencia, Estació d'autobusos and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Bilman Bus, BlaBlaCar, TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by train.
  • Travel with Volotea, Iberia, Air Nostrum, Vueling to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Valencia to Donostia-San Sebastian with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with Bilman Bus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Valencia 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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