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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Donostia | Avenida de América Metro | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Donostia | Avenida de América Metro | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Donostia | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Donostia | Avenida de América Metro | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Donostia | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from San Sebastian to Madrid
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Madrid?
Stops in San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
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Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain - C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Stops in Madrid
- AAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- BMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
- E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - FMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Sebastian to Madrid by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid start from $82. The average price for this route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Sebastian to Madrid?
The average bus travel time from San Sebastian to Madrid is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 350 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the San Sebastian to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, Grupo Samar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Sebastian to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from San Sebastian to Madrid at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Sebastian to Madrid?
A bus trip from San Sebastian to Madrid generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Sebastian to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61288 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Sebastian to Madrid?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Sebastian to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grupo Samar, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Sebastian to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Grupo Samar, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Madrid was searched and found on Feb 15, 2026 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $117 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-02-15.
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