4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€78
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€81
Fastest journey on Sep 19
8 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
12 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
566 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante 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 Alicante will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €78.
It's difficult to get from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante without transferring at least once.
4:35 PM16h13Donostia-San Sebastian8:48 AMAlicante€781One-way1 transfer- 8:30 AM8h14Donostia-San Sebastian4:44 PMAlicante€831One-way1 transfer
- 8:30 AM8h14Donostia-San Sebastian4:44 PMAlicante€831One-way1 transfer
- 4:35 PM16h13Donostia-San Sebastian8:48 AMAlicante€781One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, while a flight costs an average of €137.
Distance: 566 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €137 Average price | €130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Alicante:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante costing on average €82.
A bus is €74 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante costing on average €137.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 15m.
Bus takes on average 10h 33m.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04056+ 05142 | Delayed 5:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 11h13 | 2:28 PM 2:28 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04056+ 05178 | 5:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 14h19 | 7:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04056+ 06164 | On time 5:15 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 13h55 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 19
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Sep 24
Sep 25
Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
SpainSpain
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €78 but you can travel from only €15 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 566 km distance in 7h 48m.
Distance 566 km |
Average train duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €78 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 2:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante trainsRenfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Renfe INTERCITY
Renfe ALVIA
Renfe Viajeros
FAQs: Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante trains use the Donostia-San Sebastián to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do trains to Alicante leave from?
Getting to Donostia-San Sebastián from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Donostia-San Sebastián train station facilities and services
Donostia-San Sebastián has practical services for this route, including Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastián. Information desks are available at Donostia-San Sebastián.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Donostia-San Sebastián: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Donostia-San Sebastián: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastián.
Which Alicante station do trains from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?
Getting to Alicante-Terminal from Alicante city centre
Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante-Terminal train station facilities and services
Alicante-Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafestore, Candy & go, Gambrinus, Máquinas Vending, Upper Crust
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. . ATMs are aTM machine is in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00. Information desks are look for the "i" symbol.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is offered through an independent company. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante-Terminal: Adapted for deaf persons.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Eurostar Centrum Alicante, Old Town Alicante B&B, Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton.
Most popular train connections from Donostia-San Sebastian
More options for your journey from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Alicante and Donostia-San Sebastian
Most popular train connections to Alicante
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
