The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos 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 Burgos will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Burgos on Thu, Dec 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.
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04176Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 177 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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18012 | 10:01 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3h23 | 1:24 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 0 transfersDirect | |
18014 | 12:55 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3h24 | 4:19 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 0 transfersDirect | |
04176 | On time 3:47 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3h29 | 7:16 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
04056 | On time 3:55 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3h09 | 7:04 AM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 0 transfersDirect | |
04086 | On time 7:42 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3h13 | 10:55 AM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 19:31 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe (13), Renfe Intercity, Renfe Viajeros from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe (13), Renfe Intercity, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Burgos from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Burgos 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 Burgos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastián, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Burgos - Rosa Manzano, located 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre.
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