How much does a bus ticket from Barcelona to San Sebastian cost?

The bus ticket price from Barcelona to San Sebastian starts at US$40. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Barcelona to San Sebastian is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to San Sebastian?

The average travel time between Barcelona and San Sebastian is around 15h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 402 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Barcelona and San Sebastian?

The number of buses from Barcelona to San Sebastian can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Barcelona to San Sebastian by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Barcelona to San Sebastian?

When taking the bus from Barcelona to San Sebastian, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Vibasa.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to San Sebastian?

Buses travelling between Barcelona and San Sebastian leave from Barcelona Sants or Estació del Nord de Barcelona and arrive at Donostia, Pío XII, Universidad.

Bus Barcelona to San Sebastian from US$40 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Barcelona to San Sebastian on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Barcelona Nord	15h 55m	22:35	Donostia	Cheapest
15:30	Barcelona Nord	15h 10m	06:40	Donostia	Fastest
07:45	Barcelona Nord	16h 14m	23:59	Donostia	No tags
19:15	Barcelona Nord	17h 15m	12:30	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to San Sebastian on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:45	Barcelona Nord	16h 14m	23:59	Donostia	Cheapest
12:10	Barcelona Nord	14h 25m	02:35	Donostia	Fastest
06:40	Barcelona Nord	15h 55m	22:35	Donostia	No tags
15:30	Barcelona Nord	15h 10m	06:40	Donostia	No tags
19:15	Barcelona Nord	17h 15m	12:30	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to San Sebastian on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:10	Barcelona Nord	19h 40m	17:50	Donostia	Cheapest
15:30	Barcelona Nord	15h 10m	06:40	Donostia	Fastest
06:40	Barcelona Nord	15h 55m	22:35	Donostia	No tags
07:45	Barcelona Nord	16h 14m	23:59	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to San Sebastian on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:10	Barcelona Nord	14h 25m	02:35	Donostia	CheapestFastest
15:30	Barcelona Nord	15h 10m	06:40	Donostia	No tags
19:15	Barcelona Nord	17h 15m	12:30	Donostia	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona 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 6 hours and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

6hAverage duration

403 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$40 - US$222	Average duration15h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$30 - US$145	Average duration6h 26m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$26 - US$67	Average duration6h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Bus Barcelona to San Sebastian: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$57

Average bus trip duration15h 10m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure02:55

Distance403 km

Latest bus departure22:50

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 120 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Vibasa

4/51 762 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 82 reviews, Vibasa was rated 3.7 stars for this trip. Vibasa ticket prices on this trip start at US$53, with the trip lasting on average 454.

Vibasa Barcelona San Sebastian recent customer reviews

The check in process in sants have to be quicker, we wait to much time in the bus. The second driver for the second part of the trip, dives to fast, gets clients a little bit worried ( i couldn fall asleep)

Filipe G.

5 June 2022

Sin cortinas al exterior. Asientos muy incomodos y una bocina de “camión” que sonaba dentro cada vez que llegabamos a una ciudad (2a.m/ 3a.m/ 4.30a.m)

Maria Julieta W.

3 September 2020

Very helpful and timely drivers. Recommended for foreign backpackers traveling on a whim!

Rhys M.

11 March 2020

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Barcelona to San Sebastian Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and San Sebastian?

Stops in Barcelona

A - Barcelona Sants

B - Estació del Nord de Barcelona

C - Barcelona Airport

D - Carrer de Numància, 165

E - Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia

F - Zona Universitaria

Stops in San Sebastian

A - Donostia

B - Pío XII

C - Universidad

Frequently asked questions on the trip Barcelona - San Sebastian

How much does a bus ticket from Barcelona to San Sebastian cost?
The bus ticket price from Barcelona to San Sebastian starts at US$40. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Barcelona to San Sebastian is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The average travel time between Barcelona and San Sebastian is around 15h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 402 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Barcelona and San Sebastian?
The number of buses from Barcelona to San Sebastian can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Barcelona to San Sebastian by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
When taking the bus from Barcelona to San Sebastian, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Vibasa.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
Buses travelling between Barcelona and San Sebastian leave from Barcelona Sants or Estació del Nord de Barcelona and arrive at Donostia, Pío XII, Universidad.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$101

29/10

US$143

Today

US$128

31/10

US$120

01/11

US$108

02/11

US$127

03/11

US$76

04/11

US$102

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to San Sebastian was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$76

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

You can expect to pay from US$76 to US$170 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$76, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Barcelona and San Sebastian!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Barcelona to San Sebastian, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Barcelona to San Sebastian.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Barcelona to San Sebastian.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Barcelona by bus?

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