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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Donostia | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Cheapest | ||||
BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa + BlaBlaCar Bus | Bus | Donostia | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Donostia | Cologne/Bonn Airport | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:33 PM CET.
Get from San Sebastian to Cologne
The journey takes about 22 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 925, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Cologne?
Stops in San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
- B
Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain - C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Sebastian to Cologne by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Sebastian to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Sebastian to Cologne start at R 925. The average price for this route is around R 1 459. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Sebastian to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from San Sebastian to Cologne is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 1086 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Sebastian to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Sebastian to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from San Sebastian to Cologne at 09:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Sebastian to Cologne?
A bus trip from San Sebastian to Cologne produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from San Sebastian to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Sebastian to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Sebastian to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Sebastian to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Cologne was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 876To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Sebastian to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 876 to R 2 989 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 522, which is on 2025-12-21.
