How far is San Sebastian from Zürich by coach?

The journey from Zürich to San Sebastian by coach covers an approximate distance of 582 miles (938 km).

Is there a way to reach San Sebastian from Zürich without flying?

To travel from Zürich to San Sebastian without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Zürich to San Sebastian from £43 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Zürich to San Sebastian on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 1h	06:35	Donostia	No tags
Bus	10:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h 25m	08:00	Donostia	No tags
Bus	14:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	23h 20m	13:40	Donostia	No tags
Bus	17:20	Airport (ZLC)	1d 6h	23:59	Donostia	No tags
Bus	22:10	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 4h	02:40	Donostia	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich 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 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

12h 50mAverage duration

581 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£46 - £140	Average duration23h 55m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£55 - £55	Average duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and San Sebastian?

Stops in Zürich

A
Zürich Airport
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B
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Stops in San Sebastian

A
Donostia
Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
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B
Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Zürich to San Sebastian

How far is San Sebastian from Zürich by coach?
The journey from Zürich to San Sebastian by coach covers an approximate distance of 582 miles (938 km).
Is there a way to reach San Sebastian from Zürich without flying?
To travel from Zürich to San Sebastian without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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20/11

£67

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26/11

£66

The cheapest trip from Zürich to San Sebastian was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £66

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

You can expect to pay from £66 to £128 for a bus ticket from Zürich to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £66, which is on 2025-11-26.