The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $14.
Of the 29 buses that leave Bordeaux for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 203 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.



95929




NormalTravel Information
Compare coach and train for Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 203 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
$21 Average Price Cheapest | $41 Average Price |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches for today, Monday, 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:10 pm Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h40 | 4:50 pm Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95919 | 2:20 pm Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h50 | 6:10 pm Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 pm Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h10 | 7:30 pm Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 pm Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 3h45 | 7:30 pm Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 pm Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h45 | 12:00 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:30 am Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 3h30 | 5:00 am San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 1:30 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h30 | 5:00 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 am Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h05 | 5:35 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
4035 | 1:30 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h30 | 5:00 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:15 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h14 | 5:29 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 am Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h25 | 5:40 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 3:00 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h44 | 5:44 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 am Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h10 | 6:55 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95927 | 4:10 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 4h30 | 8:40 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
4003 | 4:15 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h30 | 6:45 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:15 am Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 2h30 | 6:45 am San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 4:15 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h29 | 6:44 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
3163 | 5:05 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h15 | 8:20 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 am Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h30 | 8:35 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95929 | 6:20 am Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h50 | 10:10 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 am Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h30 | 11:15 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 am Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 3h55 | 11:15 am Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 am Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h35 | 12:35 pm Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
23 Feb
24 Feb
25 Feb
26 Feb
27 Feb
28 Feb
01 Mar
02 Mar
03 Mar
04 Mar
05 Mar
06 Mar
07 Mar
08 Mar
09 Mar
10 Mar
11 Mar
12 Mar
13 Mar
14 Mar
15 Mar
Why should you book Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Alsa, Ourbus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare BlaBlaCar Bus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Alsa, Ourbus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian
Buses from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 203 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 203 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Tbm from Bordeaux to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Tbm for as low as $13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Alsa
Infobus
BlaBlaCar Bus
Ourbus
BlaBlaCar
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
Tbm
FAQs: Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Donostia-San Sebastian
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 28, 42, 45 Train: E2
More options for your journey from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need



