The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 34 buses that leave Bordeaux for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 203 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
959275:104h30Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes9:40Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£201One-way0 changes
Normal4:452h29Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes7:14Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
Normal4:452h29Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes7:14Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
327520:453h40Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes0:25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:203h25Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate6:45Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£241One-way0 changes
Normal4:452h29Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes7:14Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
Normal4:452h29Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes7:14Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
4:452h30Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes7:15Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£451One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:353h00Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate2:35Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus4:453h10Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate7:55Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 203 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:45 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h35 | 9:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h40 | 9:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
3163 | 6:05 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h15 | 9:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95929 | 7:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h50 | 11:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h30 | 12:15 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 3h55 | 12:15 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h35 | 13:35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h40 | 17:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95919 | 15:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h50 | 19:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h10 | 20:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:45 Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 3h45 | 20:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h00 | 22:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h59 | 1:14 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h59 | 1:14 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h44 | 1:44 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h44 | 1:44 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:50 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h45 | 2:35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:35 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h00 | 2:35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
3169 | 23:40 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h20 | 3:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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4035 | 2:30 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h30 | 6:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h05 | 6:35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:30 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h30 | 6:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:30 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h30 | 6:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h25 | 6:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 3:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h14 | 6:29 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 3:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h14 | 6:29 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h25 | 6:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 4h15 | 8:55 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 3h10 | 7:55 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 4:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h29 | 7:14 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 4:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h29 | 7:14 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h30 | 7:15 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95927 | 5:10 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 4h30 | 9:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian
Buses from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 203 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 203 km |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, Internorte, Infobus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours from Bordeaux to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, Internorte, Infobus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Infobus
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Internorte
Euroscoach By Cm Tours
FAQs: Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Donostia-San Sebastian
Most Bordeaux to Donostia-San Sebastian buses use the Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Donostia-San Sebastian bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bordeaux station do buses to Donostia-San Sebastian leave from?
Getting to Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes bus station facilities and services
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km), Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for convenient cash withdrawal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate bus station facilities and services
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) from Bordeaux city centre
Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses from Bordeaux arrive at?
Getting to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to San Sebastián, Plaza Pio XII from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Getting to Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Most popular bus connections from Bordeaux
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