How to travel from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian

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Compare train and bus for Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. 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 $20, while a train costs an average of $40.

Distance: 127 miles (205 km)

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$20

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$40

Average price

$82

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 4m

Average total duration

4h 34m

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4h 54m

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4h 24m

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2h 38m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Renfe ALVIA

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of $20 (€17).

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

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average $40 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian is by train with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zaragoza 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 Zaragoza 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 $20 (€17) compared to roughly $82 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $63 (€53). The journey takes 4h 34m versus 2h 38m 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 Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian

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

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

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    4:15 PM5h30
    Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
    9:45 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $381One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    4:15 PM5h30
    Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
    9:45 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $381One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Renfe ALVIA00530
    4:36 PM4h40
    Zaragoza-Delicias
    9:16 PMDonostia-San Sebastián
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • AlsaNormal · Supra Economy
    7:45 AM5h45
    Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
    1:30 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $431One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:35 AM13h35
    Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
    2:10 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    $701One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 65,22% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zaragoza and Donostia-San Sebastian including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian is a bus with an average price of $20 (€17).

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

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average $40 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian is by train with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 4m.

The distance from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian is approximately 127 miles (205 km).
The average frequency per day from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zaragoza 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 Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zaragoza-Delicias and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastián.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses and arrive in Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with LINEAS REGULARES DE NAVARRA, S.L., Alsa, FlixBus to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA to go to Donostia-San Sebastian by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zaragoza to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.
Omio customers who travel from Zaragoza 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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