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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Showing times and prices for 01 Mar
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
16 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
566 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Alicante every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 566 km distance in an average of 16 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 4 h 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.
20:308h50
Donostia-San Sebastian05:20Alicante
£471One-way
0 changes
BILMAN21:3010h30
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses08:00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£521One-way
0 changes
BILMAN08:4510h35
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses19:20Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£521One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus06:2526h45
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses09:10Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£1451One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus08:1028h00
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses12:10Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£1561One-way
2 changes
20:308h50
Donostia-San Sebastian05:20Alicante
£471One-way
0 changes
BILMAN21:3010h30
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses08:00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£521One-way
0 changes
BILMAN08:4510h35
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses19:20Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£521One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus06:2526h45
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses09:10Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£1451One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus08:1028h00
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses12:10Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
£1561One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £50, and a flight costs an average of £60.
Distance: 566 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£74 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £215 Average Price |
12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 21:14
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 33h30 | 08:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:25 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 26h45 | 08:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 28h00 | 11:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| BILMAN | 07:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h35 | 18:20 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| BILMAN | 20:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h30 | 07:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante coaches with Omio?
Bilman Bus as well as FlixBus or Jimenez offer coaches services from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
Why book with Omio vs Bilman Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Bilman Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Jimenez to find the best option for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Bilman Bus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Jimenez to find the best option for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 566 km distance in 10h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 566 km |
Average bus duration 11h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez, BlaBlaCar from Donostia-San Sebastian to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante with Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez, BlaBlaCar for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Bilman Bus
About
Bilman Bus is a Spanish bus company known for operating a significant number of routes across Spain, including popular connections like Teruel to Bilbao, Alicante to Pamplona, and Valencia to San Sebastian. The company emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and high-quality service, with a focus on regular vehicle maintenance and passenger satisfaction. Many newer Bilman Bus vehicles offer onboard Wi-Fi, and longer intercity routes typically include breaks. In addition to passenger transport, Bilman Bus also provides bus rental services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 30m
Cheapest Price
£48
Bilman Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; limited space available.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel free.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26h 45m
Cheapest Price
£40
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Jimenez
About
Jimenez, also known as Autobuses Jimenez or Jimenez Dorado, is a bus company primarily based in Spain, offering numerous routes and prioritizing service quality, reliability, and punctuality. They operate routes connecting major Spanish cities like Madrid, Zaragoza, Valencia, Logroño, and San Sebastian. Beyond regular passenger transport, Jimenez Dorado also provides bus rental services for various occasions, including corporate events, school routes, and transfers. Their buses typically offer amenities such as reclinable seats, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30) are included.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be transported for an extra fee.
Luggage storage
There is a chance that the bus company's driver will charge an additional fee for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled with a penalty: 10% deduction if canceled more than 48 hours before departure, 20% deduction if canceled between 48 and 2 hours before departure, and no refund if canceled within 2 hours of departure.
Refund
If the company cancels the service, the traveler is only entitled to the continuity of the journey in another vehicle, and no refund will be given for delays in arrivals.
Unaccompagned minor
Minors under 10 years old cannot travel alone; minors aged 10 to 16 can travel alone with adult authorization at embarkation and disembarkation.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Food is sold onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is possible for an additional fee.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Jiménez Dorado buses offer assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed if disassembled (at least the front wheel) and packed in a cover or bag.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante can start from as little as £40 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante is £74; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante is 10h 30m to travel the 566 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante with Bilman Bus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante, you can count on Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Alicante. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Donostia-San Sebastian , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, Irún, Estación de Autobuses . When arriving in Alicante , you can end your route in coach stations like Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Alicante from Donostia-San Sebastian is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante:
- Bilman Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Jimenez
- Jiménez Dorado buses offer assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante for coach company Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante depends on the coach companies:
- Bilman Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Jimenez
- Tickets can be canceled with a penalty: 10% deduction if canceled more than 48 hours before departure, 20% deduction if canceled between 48 and 2 hours before departure, and no refund if canceled within 2 hours of departure.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante:
- Bilman Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Jimenez
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30) are included.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante:
- Bilman Bus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Jimenez
- Additional luggage can be transported for an extra fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante. The following conditions apply:
- Bilman Bus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante with the following coach company: Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante with the following coach company: Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante with the following coach company: Bilman Bus, FlixBus, Jimenez.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante
Donostia-San Sebastian
Alicante
The major coach station for departures in Donostia-San Sebastian is Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Paseo de FranciaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 28, 42, 45 Train: E2
Irún, Estación de Autobuses
information
The major coach station for arrivals in Alicante is Alicante, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Alicante from Donostia-San Sebastian.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Calle de PortugalWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
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