How can I travel from San Sebastian to Madrid without a car?

You can take a bus or a train to go from San Sebastian to Madrid. Both are easy and sustainable ways to travel to Madrid. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Madrid from San Sebastian by bus?

On average, the trip from San Sebastian to Madrid takes around 5h 45m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 5h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 219 miles (353 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from San Sebastian to Madrid?

The distance separating San Sebastian and Madrid is 219 miles (353 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from San Sebastian to Madrid start their journey at Donostia and wind up at Avenida de América Metro. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

How much are the bus tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid?

You can expect to pay around $58 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $57 to $98, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Once in Madrid, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Toledo, Palacio Real, Casa de Campo Park, Teleférico de Madrid and Reina Sofia Museum.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 14 at 4:00pm
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: June 14 at 9:45pm
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Operated by: ALSA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 14 at 11:30am
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: June 14 at 4:40pm
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Operated by: ALSA Supra
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m
Departure time: June 14 at 11:30am
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: June 14 at 4:40pm
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Operated by: ALSA Supra
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m
Departure time: June 14 at 4:00pm
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: June 14 at 10:10pm
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Avenida de América Metro
Operated by: ALSA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 10m
Departure time: June 14 at 11:30am
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: June 14 at 4:55pm
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Avenida de América Metro
Operated by: ALSA Supra
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 25m

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Compare 3 ways to go from San Sebastian to Madrid.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$57 - $98	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$29 - $123	Average Duration5h 22m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $72	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from San Sebastian to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16.140350877192983carpool per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest ticket

15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Sebastian to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$58

Average bus trip duration5h 45m

Number of daily buses18

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance212 miles (341 km)

Latest bus departure6:30pm

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ALSA

4.5/559,425 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Users have expressed satisfaction with Alsa's transportation services, highlighting the company's reliability and efficiency. The buses are noted for being on time and comfortable, while drivers are praised for their competence and ability to communicate in English. Overall, customers consistently trust Alsa as a preferred booking option.

ALSA San Sebastian Madrid recent customer reviews

Generally Alsa offers good transportation services. I always trust them as my booking option

Kelvin Music M.

March 9, 2022

The bus it was not the premium tipe, the seats and the catering was not the best, even when I pay for a premium trip, the bathroom was dirty also when is a premium trip the bus driver stop to drop some trash and the azafata took a time for a smoke. I am really disappointed. I pay 62€ for a trip in a 30 something € trip. I will like to get some reinvesting, I pay for the premium becuases I took my mother which is 70 plus years old and have some difficulty. I have to write a complaint...

Sergio R.

December 13, 2019

ALSA have great Bus drivers and I travelled on Saturday the 20th July 2019 from San Sabastin to Madrid, and Madrid to Benidorm and I have to say there was a small fair hair lady and she was wonderful she’d do the work of two men, she was driving the 10am Bus from San Sabastin to Madrid on Saturday 20th July 2019. A great Company, I travel with them every year on holiday in Spain.

Una D.

July 21, 2019

Grupo Samar

4/55,538 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/59,032 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.

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Grupo Samar, Infobus

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Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Madrid?

Stops in San Sebastian

A - Donostia

B - Pío XII

C - Universidad

Stops in Madrid

A - Avenida de América Metro

B - Estación Sur

C - Madrid-Barajas Airport

D - Moncloa

E - Príncipe Pío

F - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Sebastian - Madrid

How can I travel from San Sebastian to Madrid without a car?
How long does it take to get to Madrid from San Sebastian by bus?
What is the travel distance from San Sebastian to Madrid?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Sebastian to Madrid?
How much are the bus tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid?
What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

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

Best price found

06/11

$52

06/12

$53

Today

$63

06/14

$53

06/15

$53

06/16

$53

06/17

$53

06/18

$53

The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Madrid was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $92 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-06-14.

Usually ALSA Supra 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Sebastian to Madrid, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Sebastian to Madrid will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

Will you be returning to San Sebastian by bus?

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Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Madrid?

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Sebastian - Madrid

How can I travel from San Sebastian to Madrid without a car?

How long does it take to get to Madrid from San Sebastian by bus?

What is the travel distance from San Sebastian to Madrid?

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

How much are the bus tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid?

What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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