Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Donostia | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Donostia | Fastest |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Málaga to San Sebastian
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$82 - $272 | Average Duration14h 45m | 19kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$55 - $116 | Average Duration11h 10m | 32kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Málaga and San Sebastian?
Stops in Málaga
- APaseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
- CAvenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain
- DCalle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
- EAv de Jorge Silvela, 72 , 29014 Málaga, Spain
- FAv. Santiago Ramón y Cajal, 146, 29014 Málaga, Spain
Stops in San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
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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 traveling from Málaga to San Sebastian by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Málaga to San Sebastian?
The cheapest bus tickets from Málaga to San Sebastian start from $82. The average price for this route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Málaga to San Sebastian?
The average bus trip duration from Málaga to San Sebastian is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 474 miles (764 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Málaga to San Sebastian route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Málaga to San Sebastian?
The earliest bus departs from Málaga to San Sebastian at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Málaga to San Sebastian?
A bus trip from Málaga to San Sebastian generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Málaga 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 60868 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to San Sebastian?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Málaga to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Socibus, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Málaga 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.
The cheapest trip from Málaga to San Sebastian was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $77To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Málaga to San Sebastian, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $77 to $116 for a bus ticket from Málaga to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-12-17.
Usually ALSA, 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.
