The average train between Donostia and Madrid takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Donostia to Madrid. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Donostia and Madrid. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Donostia is at 4:45 PM which arrives into Madrid at 10:20 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Sebastian/Donostia station and arriving at Madrid Chamartín station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.
Donostia to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from San Sebastian/Donostia station.
Donostia to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.
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The distance between Donostia and Madrid is 351.8 km. The road distance is 448 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid Chamartín every 4 hours. Tickets cost €65–100 and the journey takes 5h 35m.