The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean 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 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 28 trains that leave Bordeaux-Saint-Jean for Donostia-San Sebastian on Sat, Apr 18, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 18 the direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Sat, Apr 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
85474:20 PM2h16Bordeaux-Saint-Jean6:36 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€421One-way0 transfers
L51 (866411)8:16 AM2h30Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:46 AMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€431One-way0 transfers
L51 (866437)6:44 PM2h28Bordeaux-Saint-Jean9:12 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€431One-way0 transfers
L52 (867102) · F51 (866543)5:19 PM2h39Bordeaux-Saint-Jean7:58 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€431One-way1 transfer
L51 (866431)3:16 PM2h38Bordeaux-Saint-Jean5:54 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€431One-way0 transfers
853712:20 PM2h13Bordeaux-Saint-Jean2:33 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€461One-way0 transfers
85319:20 AM2h13Bordeaux-Saint-Jean11:33 AMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€651One-way0 transfers
85496:18 PM2h15Bordeaux-Saint-Jean8:33 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€461One-way0 transfers
85474:20 PM2h16Bordeaux-Saint-Jean6:36 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€421One-way0 transfers
85578:20 PM2h16Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:36 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure€461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 203 km
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€31 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian trains for today, Friday, April 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:20 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h12 | 10:32 AM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h12 | 3:32 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h12 | 5:32 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:19 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h26 | 6:45 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:18 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h14 | 11:32 PM Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian by bus or train
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Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to find the best option for your trip from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian
Trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 7:19 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and Donostia-San Sebastian from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian by train. 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 train, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Donostia-San Sebastian
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
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