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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander 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 Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 33 buses that leave Santander for Donostia-San Sebastian on Wed, Jul 15, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
Normal · Normal5:00 PM3h40Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander8:40 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€161One-way1 transfer- Normal · Normal3:15 PM4h35Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander7:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€161One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal7:00 AM3h20Santander, Estación de Autobuses10:20 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€161One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal5:00 PM4h30Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander9:30 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€161One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal3:15 PM3h50Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander7:05 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€161One-way1 transfer
- Normal6:00 PM2h40Santander, Estación de Autobuses8:40 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€171One-way0 transfers
- Normal8:00 PM2h50Santander, Estación de Autobuses10:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€171One-way0 transfers
- Supra Economy10:00 AM2h50Santander, Estación de Autobuses12:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€261One-way0 transfers
- Normal6:00 AM2h50Santander, Estación de Autobuses8:50 AMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€171One-way0 transfers
- Normal5:00 PM2h50Santander, Estación de Autobuses7:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 149 km
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€17 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 1:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy · Normal | 12:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h50 | 4:05 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h55 | 5:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 4:05 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 1:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h15 | 5:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h35 | 5:35 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 3:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h45 | 7:05 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h50 | 7:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 4:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 7:05 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 5:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 7:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 5:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h40 | 8:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 5:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h30 | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 5:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h10 | 9:30 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 6:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 8:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h50 | 10:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h10 | 10:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 8:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 10:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| Normal | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 5:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 6:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 8:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 6:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 9:35 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h20 | 10:20 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Supra Economy | 8:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h50 | 12:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h40 | 12:20 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 9:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h35 | 1:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 12:20 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 10:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 12:50 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h55 | 1:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian
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Buses from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 149 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 149 km |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Santander to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian
Most Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Irún, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Santander and Donostia-San Sebastian bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander from Santander city centre
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander is 4 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander bus station facilities and services
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Elevators, ramps.
Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses from Santander arrive at?
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 Irún, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
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