The cheapest and fastest buses from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
16 h 17 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
566 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 3 buses that leave Alicante for Donostia-San Sebastian on Sat, Nov 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 566 km distance in an average of 16 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €126.
Distance: 566 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€96 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest | €266 Average price |
13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 27h55 | 9:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
BILMAN | 7:20 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 10h10 | 5:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
Buses from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 566 km distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 566 km |
Average bus duration 12h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 10m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Bilman Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus from Alicante to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian with Bilman Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: C6
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 28, 42, 45 Train: E2
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