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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€87
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 18
62
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 62 trains from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 346 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 56 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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1806312:05 PM8h10Madrid Chamartín8:15 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€191One-way1 transfer
04121+1806311:23 AM8h52Madrid Chamartín8:15 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€661One-way1 transfer
05763+180619:25 AM7h21Madrid Chamartín4:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€661One-way1 transfer
04687+180638:40 AM11h35Madrid Chamartín8:15 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€661One-way1 transfer- 04687+180618:40 AM8h06Madrid Chamartín4:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€661One-way1 transfer
- 042572:50 PM5h25Madrid Chamartín8:15 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€771One-way0 transfers
041675:48 PM5h32Madrid Chamartín11:20 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€821One-way0 transfers- 040876:55 AM5h37Madrid Chamartín12:32 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€821One-way0 transfers
- 04179+041675:30 PM5h50Madrid Chamartín11:20 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€871One-way1 transfer
- 08069+040876:36 AM5h56Madrid Chamartín12:32 PMDonostia-San Sebastián€901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, while a flight costs an average of €182.
Distance: 346 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price | €49 Average price | €94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián costing on average €45.
A bus is €182 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián costing on average €224.
Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastián take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 21m.
Bus takes on average 9h 27m.
Live departures
Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 5h30 | 10:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 5h30 | 11:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:46 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h00 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:46 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h00 | 6:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h15 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
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Trains from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 15:48. The fastest train covers the 346 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 3:48 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián trainsRenfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA trains will get you between Madrid Chamartín and Donostia-San Sebastián from €7. 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 Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián 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 Sebastián, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián
Most Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Chamartín and Donostia-San Sebastián train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including 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 and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
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.
Most popular train connections from Madrid Chamartín
Most popular trains to and from Donostia-San Sebastián and Madrid Chamartín
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