What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Donostia?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Donostia is to rideshare which costs €30 - €32 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to Donostia?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Donostia is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs €40 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Donostia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos de Sants and arriving at Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobuses. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Donostia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at San Sebastian/Donostia. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Donostia?

The distance between Barcelona and Donostia is 552 km. The road distance is 505 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona to Donostia without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Donostia without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 50m and costs €45 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Donostia?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Barcelona to Donostia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Donostia bus from?

Barcelona to Donostia bus services, operated by MonBus, depart from Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos de Sants station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Donostia train from?

Barcelona to Donostia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Donostia?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Donostia is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs €80 - €120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €40 - €210 and takes 4h 14m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €45 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Barcelona to Donostia bus arrive?

Barcelona to Donostia bus services, operated by MonBus, arrive at Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobuses station.

Where does the Barcelona to Donostia train arrive?

Barcelona to Donostia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at San Sebastian/Donostia station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Donostia?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Donostia is 505 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Barcelona to Donostia.

How do I get a train ticket from Barcelona to Donostia?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona to Donostia?

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Where can I stay near Donostia?

There are 1682+ hotels available in Donostia.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to Donostia?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barcelona and Donostia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Barcelona to Donostia - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Barcelona to Donostia by train, bus, train (Renfe), rideshare, plane, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Zaragoza-Deliciastrain Ave
2. Take the train from Zaragoza-Delicias to Tudela De Navarratrain Alv / ...
3. Take the bus from Tudela to San Sebastiánbus
5h 50m
€49–108
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Saint-Sébastienrideshare 506.5 km
7h 3m
€30–32
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv
6h 40m
€82–116
Fly to San Sebastián Airport
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane BCN - EAS
4h 14m
€42–204
Train via Donostia (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv
6h 43m
€80–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos de Sants to Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobusesbus
7h 4m
€40–45
Bus via Zaragoza
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragozabus ALSA - Ba-Z-Ma / ...
2. Take the bus from Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 24m
€42–68
Drive 505 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Donostiacar 505 km
5h 35m
€83–120
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane BCN - BIO
2. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastiánbus
4h 55m
€37–151

Barcelona to Donostia by train and bus

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Distance: 551.9 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Donostia, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian/Donostia 4 times a day. Tickets cost €80–120 and the journey takes 6h 29m. Alternatively, Vueling Airlines flies from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS) twice daily.

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