The cheapest and fastest buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €30
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €38
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 7 h 50 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 10 h 43 m
- Buses on Nov 12
- 4
- Distance
- 401 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 4 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 401 km distance in an average of 10 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 13 h 35 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM 13h10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM 13h35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 1:25 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
Normal11:30 PM 7h50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 7:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal11:30 PM 8h15 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal11:30 PM 7h50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 7:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal11:30 PM 8h15 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM 13h10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM 13h35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses 1:25 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants €40 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 401 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 401 km |
Average bus duration 11h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona buses for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 11:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 7h50 | 7:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 8h15 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Donostia-San Sebastian and Barcelona
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Monbus
- Monbus works to eliminate barriers for people with functional diversity and offers a service for passengers with their own wheelchair, which must be requested 24 hours in advance via email.
- 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.
- Monbus
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's recommended to check the policies during the booking process or the company's terms and conditions.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Monbus
- One piece of hand luggage and one checked bag are included.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Monbus
- Additional or oversized luggage may incur extra charges and is subject to space availability.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
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.
Getting to Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Which Barcelona station do buses from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
Bus stations for Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
Check bus stations information for Donostia-San Sebastian and Barcelona, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
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