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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£57
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£61
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
9 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
11 h 31 m
Buses on 05 Sept
4
Distance
455 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo 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 Lugo will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 4 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 455 km distance in an average of 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 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.
Normal · Normal0:3010h15Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:45Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£571One-way1 change- Normal0:509h50Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:40Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£611One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal8:3012h00Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses20:30Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£641One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:3014h00Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses20:30Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£641One-way1 change
- Normal0:509h50Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:40Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£611One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal0:3010h15Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses10:45Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£571One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal8:3012h00Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses20:30Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£641One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:3014h00Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses20:30Lugo, Estación de Autobuses£641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, while a flight costs an average of £191.
Distance: 455 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£61 Average Price Cheapest | £191 Average Price | £108 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo is a coach with an average price of £61.
This is compared to other travel options from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo:
A coach is £130 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo costing on average £191.
The fastest way to travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 30m.
Other travel options to Lugo take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 8m.
Train takes on average 9h 3m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Lugo including taking a coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £61 compared to roughly £108 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £46. The journey takes 8h 8m versus 5h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 0:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 10:45 Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal | 0:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 9h50 | 10:40 Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h00 | 20:30 Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 12h00 | 20:30 Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo coaches with Omio?
Alsa operates all coaches services from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £57 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 20:15. The fastest coach covers the 455 km distance in 8h 55m.
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 455 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Donostia-San Sebastian to LugoYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £57. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
8h 55m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£57
Alsa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
What's included in each class
Compare Alsa classes and the amenities included in each one.
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
Complete guide to Lugo
Things to do in Lugo
Discover the best of Lugo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lugo trip today.
- Must visit
Museo Provincial de Lugo
Provincial museum in a former convent with archaeology, mosaics, fine arts and local history. The best single museum for understanding Lugo and its region.
- Recommended
Museo Catedralicio de Lugo
Museum by the cathedral displaying religious art, sculpture and liturgical pieces. A rewarding stop for visitors interested in sacred heritage.
- Recommended
Domus do Mithraeum
Interpretation centre beneath Praza do Campo showing remains and context of a Roman temple devoted to Mithras. Compact but memorable.
- Must visit
Praza Maior
Lugo’s main square, lined with arcades and civic buildings. A pleasant base for people-watching, events and exploring the historic centre on foot.
- Recommended
Praza do Campo
Lively historic square inside the walls, surrounded by old buildings and close to Roman remains. A popular local meeting point with real atmosphere.
- Recommended
Paseo do Río Miño
Riverside parkland beside the Miño with shaded walks, bridges and green views. Ideal for a relaxed walk beyond the old town.
- Gluten-free
Pulpo á feira
Slow-cooked octopus with paprika, olive oil and coarse salt. A Galician classic widely eaten in Lugo, especially at fairs and tapas bars.
- Gluten-free
Caldo gallego
Galician broth made with grelos, potatoes, beans and pork products. It is a hearty rural staple strongly linked to inland Galicia.
Empanada gallega
Rustic pie filled traditionally with tuna, meat or cod, baked in bread dough. It is a festive Galician favourite found across Lugo.
Mesón de Alberto
Traditional Lugo restaurant known for Galician classics, especially octopus, meats and seasonal produce, in a warm old-school setting.
Campos
Popular central marisquería serving shellfish, fish and other Galician dishes in a lively, well-established dining room.
Adega da Pita
Historic tapas bar and restaurant famed for octopus and generous Galician portions, with a casual traditional atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Lugo is budget-friendly for Spain: rooms, meals and local transport usually cost less than in Madrid, Barcelona or San Sebastián.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare.
MoBT
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 0,64 €
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Lugo, Estación de Autobuses -> Praza Maior, Lugo
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Urban buses in Lugo are operated by Urbanos de Lugo under the city’s supervision. The Xunta states MoBT does not yet work as a payment method on Lugo urban buses.
- If you need the lowest verified urban fare, the ordinary single ticket is 0,64 €. No reliable current official day pass was found, so check the operator before travel.
FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo 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 Lugo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo can start from as little as £57 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo is £61; 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 Lugo is 8h 55m to travel the 455 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 Lugo leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo leaves at 20:15.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Lugo. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Donostia-San Sebastian and Lugo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
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 Lugo, Estación de Autobuses, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Lugo from Donostia-San Sebastian is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Lugo including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
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 Lugo.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo with the following coach company: Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Lugo
Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Lugo, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Lugo 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 Lugo
Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses to Lugo leave from?
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo 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 Lugo station do buses from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lugo arrive at Lugo, Estación de Autobuses. Lugo, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Lugo city centre.
Lugo, Estación de AutobusesRua de Ramon Ferreiro, 27002 Lugo, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Lugo, Estación de Autobuses from Lugo city centre
Lugo, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Lugo city centre. Public transport options include:
BusL1, L2, L3 Train: Lugo Station
Lugo, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Lugo, 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: Cafetería de la estación (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 Lugo, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugo, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugo, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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