What is the cheapest way to get from San Sebastián to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from San Sebastián to Madrid is to bus which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from San Sebastián to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from San Sebastián to Madrid is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between San Sebastián and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from San Sebastián to Madrid. However, there are services departing from [CAMPO LA IGLESIA, EL|Campo de la Iglesia] El Campo la Iglesia [CTA 00266] and arriving at Madrid Moncloa via Avilés. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between San Sebastián and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from San Sebastián to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Avilés and arriving at Madrid Chamartín via Oviedo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from San Sebastián to Madrid?

The distance between San Sebastián and Madrid is 500 km. The road distance is 477.6 km.

How do I travel from San Sebastián to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from San Sebastián to Madrid without a car is to train via Oviedo which takes 5h 3m and costs €60 - €140.

How long does it take to get from San Sebastián to Madrid?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from San Sebastián to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Sebastián to Madrid bus from?

San Sebastián to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Avilés station.

Where do I catch the San Sebastián to Madrid train from?

San Sebastián to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Oviedo station.

Train or bus from San Sebastián to Madrid?

The best way to get from San Sebastián to Madrid is to train via Oviedo which takes 5h 3m and costs €60 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h.

Where does the San Sebastián to Madrid bus arrive?

San Sebastián to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid Moncloa station.

Where does the San Sebastián to Madrid train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Sebastián to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between San Sebastián to Madrid is 478 km. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from San Sebastián to Madrid.

How do I get a train ticket from San Sebastián to Madrid?

Book your San Sebastián to Madrid train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6997+ hotels available in Madrid.

San Sebastián to Madrid - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromSan Sebastián to Madrid

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from San Sebastián to Madrid by train (Renfe), bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Oviedo (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Oviedo to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
5h 3m
€63–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Avilés to Madrid Moncloabus ALSA - Ast-Madr / ...
7h
€35–80
Drive 477.6 km
1. Drive from San Sebastián to Madridcar 477.6 km
4h 47m
€76–110
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from [CAMPO LA IGLESIA, EL|Campo de la Iglesia] El Campo la Iglesia [CTA 00266] to [AVILÉS] Estación Bus Avilés [CTA 00161]bus
2. Fly from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane OVD - MAD
3h 17m
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Aviles to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv
5h 17m
€60–95

San Sebastián to Madrid by train (Renfe)

77Weekly Trains

5h 3mAverage Duration

€63Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Sebastián to Madrid.

Launch map view

Distance: 500.4 km
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between San Sebastián, Asturias, Spain and Madrid, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Oviedo to Madrid Chamartín every 4 hours. Tickets cost €60–90 and the journey takes 3h 27m. Renfe AVE also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Avilés to Madrid Moncloa once daily. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Spain

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.