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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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 | Train | Barcelona-Sants | San Sebastian, Donostia | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Barcelona-Sants | San Sebastian, Donostia | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Barcelona-Sants | San Sebastian, Donostia | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Barcelona to San Sebastian
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and San Sebastian?
Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Train companies
Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to San Sebastian by train
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 train ticket from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to San Sebastian start at $43. The average price for this train route is around $118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The average train trip from Barcelona to San Sebastian takes 6h 26m and covers 402 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 26m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to San Sebastian route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The earliest train from Barcelona to San Sebastian departs at 2:32pm. The latest train departs at 2:32pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to San Sebastian was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $113To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to San Sebastian, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $113 to $188 for a train ticket from Barcelona to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2025-12-13.
