Bus from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian on 5 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Santiago de Compostela
DonostiaCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 08:12 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 30mAverage duration
332 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£70 - £160Average duration12h 15m
13kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£40 - £63Average duration7h 30m
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian start from £70. The average price for this route is around £79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    The average bus journey time from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 332 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 40m and is operated by ALSA.

  3. Which bus companies service the Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    The earliest bus departs from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    A bus journey from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    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 60787 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
02/12
£74
03/12
£70
Today
£73
05/12
£132
06/12
£74
07/12
£73
08/12
£127
09/12
£73
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £70

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £70 to £132 for a bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £73, which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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