How do I get from Amsterdam to San Sebastian without flying?

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to San Sebastian is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

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

The travel time from Amsterdam to San Sebastian is about 20h 20m, although the fastest bus will take 18h 10m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 701 miles (1131 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Amsterdam from San Sebastian?

Amsterdam and San Sebastian are 701 miles (1131 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Amsterdam to San Sebastian leave from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and arrive at Donostia. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to San Sebastian?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Amsterdam to San Sebastian by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $57.

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

The bus ticket costs $105 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $57 and $217, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Amsterdam to San Sebastian Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Amsterdam to San Sebastian.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$57 - $217	Average Duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$147 - $147	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Amsterdam to San Sebastian

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

20h 20mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest ticket

28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Amsterdam to San Sebastian: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$105

Average bus trip duration20h 20m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance700 miles (1129 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,924 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,307 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, RegioJet, Ecolines, KLR Bus, FlixTrain

Amsterdam to San Sebastian Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and San Sebastian?

Stops in Amsterdam

A - Bijlmer Arena

B - Sloterdijk

C - Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

D - Duivendrecht

E - Elandsgracht Bus Station

F - Vondelpark

Stops in San Sebastian

A - Donostia

B - Pío XII

C - Universidad

Frequently asked questions for your trip Amsterdam - San Sebastian

How do I get from Amsterdam to San Sebastian without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Amsterdam to San Sebastian?
How far is Amsterdam from San Sebastian?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to San Sebastian?
What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to San Sebastian?
How much does a bus ticket from Amsterdam to San Sebastian cost?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/05

$60

06/06

$85

Today

$69

06/08

$95

06/09

$112

06/10

No data

06/11

$59

06/12

$76

The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to San Sebastian was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $175 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-06-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Amsterdam to San Sebastian.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Amsterdam to San Sebastian.

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 Amsterdam to San Sebastian.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Amsterdam to San Sebastian, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Amsterdam to San Sebastian?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time20h 20m	Avg Price$105	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time14h	Avg Price$147	Daily Departures1

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