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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Pasaia is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Pasaia is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Pasaia?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Pasaia. However, there are services departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Pasai San Pedro - Esnabide Kalea 6 via Donostia - Mirakruz Kalea 26. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Pasaia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid-Principe Pio and arriving at Pasajes. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Madrid to Pasaia?

The distance between Madrid and Pasaia is 458 km. The road distance is 453.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Pasaia without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Madrid to Pasaia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Pasaia bus from?

Madrid to Pasaia bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Pasaia train from?

Madrid to Pasaia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Pasaia?

The best way to get from Madrid to Pasaia is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can train via Tolosa, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Madrid to Pasaia bus arrive?

Madrid to Pasaia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Madrid to Pasaia train arrive?

Madrid to Pasaia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Tolosa station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Pasaia?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Pasaia is 454 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Madrid to Pasaia.

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

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Where can I stay near Pasaia?

There are 1893+ hotels available in Pasaia.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Alsa / ...
5h 55m
€35–60
Train via Tolosa (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Tolosatrain Alv / ...
6h 7m
€68–108
Drive 453.7 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Pasaiacar 453.7 km
4h 35m
€72–104
Fly to San Sebastián Airport, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane MAD - EAS
2. Take the bus from Hondarribia - Bernat Etxepare, Correos to Pasaia - Nafarroa Etorbidea, Pasai Antxobus
3h 35m
Bus via Madrid - Barajas Airport T4
1. Take the bus from Madrid - Barajas Airport T4 to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 10m
€37–74
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid-Principe Pio to Pasajestrain 18061 / ...
8h 42m
€80–130
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
2. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastiánbus
4h 55m
€48–170
Fly to Pamplona Airport, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Pamplona Airport (PNA)plane MAD - PNA
2. Take the bus from Pamplona to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
5h 34m
€70–395

Madrid to Pasaia by bus and foot

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Distance: 458.5 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Pasaia, Basque Country, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián every 3 hours. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Tolosa twice daily. Tickets cost €65–100 and the journey takes 4h 44m.

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