The cheapest and fastest buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Buses per day
13
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 €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 13 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Barcelona on Sat, Feb 14, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 401 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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 train, bus, and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €39.
Distance: 401 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price | €176 Average price |
8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona buses for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 6:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 2:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 2:15 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 16h50 | 12:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 19h30 | 4:40 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 18h50 | 6:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer |
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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 8h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
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 7h 50m.
Distance 401 km |
Average bus duration 8h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, Monbus, Alsa, FlixBus, Infobus, Alsa Supra, MonBus from Donostia-San Sebastian to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona with Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, Monbus, Alsa, FlixBus, Infobus, Alsa Supra, MonBus for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- Vibasa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- Vibasa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Vibasa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Monbus
- One piece of hand luggage and one checked bag are included.
- Vibasa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Monbus
- Additional or oversized luggage may incur extra charges and is subject to space availability.
- Vibasa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be transported in the luggage compartment.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Donostia-San Sebastian to Barcelona
- 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
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
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