Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 29

Cheapest price on Oct 29

€9

Average ticket price on Oct 29

€11

Fastest journey on Oct 29

1 h 10 m

Average journey duration on Oct 29

1 h 16 m

Buses on Oct 29

13

Distance

77 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao-Abando 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 Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast buses

On Thu, Oct 29, we found 13 buses from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian, including 11 direct services.

On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian

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Buses from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €6 by train.

There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 77 km distance in 1h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €6
Distance
77 km
Average bus duration
1h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
5:30 AM
Last bus
6:20 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €6

Frequently asked questions about your Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian.

Cheap coach tickets from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian leaves at 5:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian leaves at 6:20 PM.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
AlsaNormal4:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
5:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
6h15
12:15 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
AlsaNormal7:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
8:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
5h20
2:10 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
AlsaNormal11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
12:20 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaSupra Economy11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
12:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal1:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
3:00 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal2:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
3:20 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal2:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
4:05 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal6:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
7:20 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h20
7:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal7:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h10
8:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal8:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
1h10
9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian buses with Omio?

Alsa as well as FlixBus offer buses services from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian.

Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€8
Alsa frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Learn more about Alsa

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€14
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bilbao-Abando and Donostia-San Sebastian

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian, you can count on Alsa, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Donostia-San Sebastian. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bilbao-Abando and Donostia-San Sebastian and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian for coach company Alsa, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.

FAQs: Bus from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao-Abando 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.

FAQs
Yes, you can take a bus between Bilbao-Abando and Donostia-San Sebastian.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian

Most Bilbao-Abando to Donostia-San Sebastian buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne. Use this guide to compare Bilbao-Abando and Donostia-San Sebastian bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bilbao
Arrival bus stations in Donostia-San Sebastian
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesPaseo de Francia, 22, 20012 Donostia-San Sebastian, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre

Bus9, 37, B3, 42 · 10m · €2 · every ~14 min

Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services

Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.

More about Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne
City-centre transport

Getting to Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre

TrainE2 · 37m · €3 · every ~8 min
BusE21 · 21m · every ~2 min

Most popular bus connections from Bilbao-Abando

Bus Bilbao-Abando - Donostia-San Sebastián

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