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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao
Cheapest price on Sep 21
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 21
€10
Fastest journey on Sep 21
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
1 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 21
13
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao 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 Bilbao will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 13 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao, including 12 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct buses cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 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.
Normal12:50 AM1h25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses2:15 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers- Normal8:40 AM1h20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal10:55 PM1h25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses12:20 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal9:00 PM1h20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:20 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal5:00 PM1h30Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses6:30 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal8:40 AM1h20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal9:00 PM1h20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:20 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal2:10 PM1h20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses3:30 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal10:00 AM1h20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses11:20 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Supra Economy2:30 PM1h20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses3:50 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, while a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 77 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€10 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao buses for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h40 | 7:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 4:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 5:50 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 21 | |||||
| Normal | 12:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 2:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 8:40 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 11:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 12:50 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 77 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 77 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Avanza Gipuzkoa from Donostia-San Sebastian to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Avanza Gipuzkoa for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao
The Spanish provider ALSA operates buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao. The coastal route takes between four hours and nine hours to complete with five departures a day from Monday to Saturday and six on Sundays. On weekdays the first departure is at around 9:00 a.m. and the last bus leaves just after 4:30 p.m. All routes involve a bus transfer at Miranda De Ebro. Buses from San Sebastian to Bilbao depart from the San Sebastian Bus Station on Plaza de Pio XII while routes terminate at Bilbao-Abando Train Station.
FAQs: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao
Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Bilbao buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Bilbao 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 Bilbao 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 Bilbao station do buses from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?
Getting to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Bilbao, 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).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea bus station facilities and services
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several nearby cafes and restaurants.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. ATMs are available at nearby locations.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Ramps and designated areas for accessibility.
Most popular bus connections from Donostia-San Sebastian
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