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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
€71
Average price
€85
Fastest journey
11 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 25 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
Of the 4 buses that leave Santiago de Compostela for Donostia-San Sebastian on Thu, Dec 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct buses cover the 536 km distance in an average of 13 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest buses will take 15 h 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 bus, train, and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €77, and a flight costs an average of €140.
Distance: 536 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€116 Average price | €84 Average price Cheapest | €350 Average price |
12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian buses for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 14h45 | 9:45 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 8:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 11h40 | 7:40 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 27h50 | 7:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| Normal | 4:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 12h15 | 4:45 AM Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €80 but you can travel from only €77 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 536 km distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 536 km |
Average bus duration 11h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €80 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €77. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia-San Sebastian
Wifi
Parking
Dining
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Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
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