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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 29 Aug
Cheapest price
£161
Average price
£174
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 57 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1020 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham 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 Birmingham will cost around £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £161.
Fast coaches
To travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham you need to make at least 2 changes.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus0:3025h45Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1:15Birmingham£1611One-way2 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:0031h35Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses14:35Birmingham£1631One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:0029h25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses12:25Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£1641One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus0:3027h40Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses3:10Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£1751One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:3026h25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses22:55Birmingham£1871One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:3025h30Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses22:00Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£1931One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus0:3025h45Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1:15Birmingham£1611One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:3026h25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses22:55Birmingham£1871One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus0:3027h40Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses3:10Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£1751One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:0029h25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses12:25Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway£1641One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, and a train costs an average of £431.
Distance: 1020 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£90 Average Price Cheapest | £431 Average Price |
29h 2m Average total duration 28h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 33m Average total duration Fastest 19h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 30h35 | 13:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 28h30 | 11:30 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 27h25 | 23:55 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h30 | 22:00 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h45 | 1:15 Birmingham | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 27h40 | 3:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 28h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £77 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1020 km distance in 25h 45m.
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 1020 km |
Average bus duration 28h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 25h 45m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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.
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Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Birmingham Coach Station -> Birmingham New Street
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is widely accepted on buses and trams via Swift Go, which caps fares automatically for eligible journeys.
- Check TfWM for disruptions and city-centre stop changes before travel, as Birmingham city-centre bus routing can change during roadworks.
FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham can start from as little as £77 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham is £90; 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 Birmingham is 25h 45m to travel the 1020 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 Birmingham leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham leaves at 23:40.
When departing from Donostia-San Sebastian , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Birmingham from Donostia-San Sebastian is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 25h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham.
No, luggage for the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Birmingham
Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Donostia-San Sebastian
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham
Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham leave from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses. The station is from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre at Paseo de Francia, 22, 20012 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain.
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesPaseo de Francia, 22, 20012 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre
Bus9, 37, B3, 42 · 10m · £2 · every ~14 min
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.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Some services arrive at Birmingham, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayGreat Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
BirminghamUpper Crust Digbeth, Coach Station, 52-56 Spencer House, Birmingham B5 6DQ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham from Birmingham city centre
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Birmingham bus station facilities and services
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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