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

The cheapest way to get from Donostia to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Donostia to Madrid is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs €45 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Donostia and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Donostia and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Sebastian/Donostia and arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Donostia to Madrid?

The distance between Donostia and Madrid is 383 km. The road distance is 448 km.

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

The best way to get from Donostia to Madrid without a car is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Donostia to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donostia to Madrid bus from?

Donostia to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where do I catch the Donostia to Madrid train from?

Donostia to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from San Sebastian/Donostia station.

Train, bus or fly from Donostia to Madrid?

The best way to get from Donostia to Madrid is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs €45 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 39m, you could also train, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Donostia to Madrid bus arrive?

Donostia to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Donostia to Madrid train arrive?

Donostia to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Donostia to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Donostia to Madrid is 448 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Donostia to Madrid.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7054+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Donostia to Madrid?

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

Donostia to Madrid - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 8 ways to get from Donostia to Madrid by plane, bus, train (Renfe), car, or rideshare

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Fly from San Sebastián Airport
best
1. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane EAS - MAD
3h 7m
€49–296
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saint-Sébastien to Madridrideshare 450.7 km
5h 44m
€22–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus Alsa / ...
5h 39m
€35–55
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
5h 45m
€65–110
Drive 448 km
1. Drive from Donostia to Madridcar 448 km
4h 28m
€71–103
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Donostia / San Sebastián to Airport Loiu Bilbaobus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
3h 54m
€48–169
Bus to Pamplona Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Pamplonabus
2. Fly from Pamplona Airport (PNA) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane PNA - MAD
4h 29m
€65–378
Bus via Madrid - Barajas Airport T4
1. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Madrid - Barajas Airport T4bus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 14m
€40–71

Donostia to Madrid by foot and bus

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Distance: 383.3 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Iberia flies from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) twice daily. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid, Avenida de América every 3 hours. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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