The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
75S$
Average price
102S$
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around 102S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 75S$.
Of the 15 trains that leave Barcelona for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 10 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 56 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.
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180215:45 AM17h07Barcelona Sants10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián75 S$1One-way3 changes
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180217:50 AM15h02Barcelona Sants10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián76 S$1One-way3 changes
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041677:35 AM15h17Barcelona Sants10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián79 S$1One-way3 changes
005302:32 PM6h29Barcelona Sants9:01 PMDonostia-San Sebastián86 S$1One-way0 changes
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180215:45 AM14h01Barcelona Sants7:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián87 S$1One-way3 changes
005302:32 PM6h29Barcelona Sants9:01 PMDonostia-San Sebastián86 S$1One-way0 changes
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180218:45 AM11h01Barcelona Sants7:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián143 S$1One-way3 changes
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1802111:18 AM11h34Barcelona Sants10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián139 S$1One-way3 changes
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180638:45 AM11h38Barcelona Sants8:23 PMDonostia-San Sebastián149 S$1One-way3 changes
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180217:50 AM11h56Barcelona Sants7:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián88 S$1One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 40S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 40S$, and a flight costs an average of 33S$.
Distance: 401 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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79S$ Average Price | 58S$ Average Price Cheapest | 240S$ Average Price |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian trains for tomorrow, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06060+ 18021+ 00632+ 04167 | On time 5:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 17h07 | 10:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06060+ 00622+ 18021+ 04257 | On time 5:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 14h01 | 7:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06060+ 00622+ 18021+ 18063 | On time 5:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 14h38 | 8:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06420+ 00622+ 18021+ 18063 | On time 7:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h48 | 8:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06420+ 18021+ 00632+ 04167 | On time 7:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 15h17 | 10:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06420+ 00622+ 18021+ 04257 | On time 7:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h11 | 7:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06080+ 00622+ 18021+ 18063 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h33 | 8:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06080+ 18021+ 00632+ 04167 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 15h02 | 10:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06080+ 00622+ 18021+ 04257 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h56 | 7:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06012+ 18021+ 00632+ 04167 | On time 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 14h07 | 10:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06012+ 00622+ 18021+ 04257 | On time 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h01 | 7:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06012+ 00622+ 18021+ 18063 | On time 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h38 | 8:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06500+ 18021+ 00632+ 04167 | On time 10:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h12 | 10:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
06020+ 18021+ 00632+ 04167 | On time 11:18 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h34 | 10:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 3 changes | |
00530 | 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h29 | 9:01 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian
Trains from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 36S$ but you can travel from only 33S$ by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 401 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 401 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price 36S$ |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 4:44 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe MD, SNCF | Intercités, Renfe INTERCITY, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe MD, SNCF | Intercités, Renfe INTERCITY, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Donostia-San Sebastian from 33S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Donostia-San Sebastian by train. 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 train, 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Donostia-San Sebastian
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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