The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
566 km
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 £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £129.
To travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante you need to make at least one change.
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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 £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. 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 £39, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 566 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£70 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £256 Average Price |
13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 05:25 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 26h45 | 08:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ BASE+ Normal | 06:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 15h00 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 28h05 | 11:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
Normal+ BASE+ Normal | 09:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £39 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 566 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 566 km |
Average bus duration 12h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Bilman Bus, Jimenez, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Donostia-San Sebastian to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante with Bilman Bus, Jimenez, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 28, 42, 45 Train: E2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
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