- Must visit
Musée Massey
Main fine arts museum of Tarbes, set in the Massey gardens, with paintings, decorative arts and engaging temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£13
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£21
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
3 h 40 m
Buses on 16 Oct
14
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Tarbes 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 Tarbes will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 14 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Tarbes, including 7 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 167 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.
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FlixBusBuses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Tarbes run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Tarbes coaches for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 23:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 2:40 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
3162 · 8694 | 0:35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 9h35 | 10:10 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 1 change | |
3160 · 8768 | 4:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 9h40 | 13:40 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 1 change | |
3160 · 8694 | 4:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 6h10 | 10:10 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:25 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h50 | 10:15 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
8694 · 8768 | 6:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 13:40 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 1 change | |
8694 | 6:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 10:10 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 12:40 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
95920 · 8768 | 9:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 4h20 | 13:40 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 1 change | |
95920 · 8718 | 9:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h40 | 20:00 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 1 change | |
8768 | 10:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h40 | 13:40 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 0 changesdirect | |
8768 · 8718 | 10:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 20:00 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 18:30 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 20:00 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
8718 | 16:25 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 3h35 | 20:00 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 0 changesdirect | |
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Main fine arts museum of Tarbes, set in the Massey gardens, with paintings, decorative arts and engaging temporary exhibitions.
Museum devoted to hussars, uniforms and military history, offering a distinctive collection within the Musée Massey complex.
Contemporary art centre in a former convent, showing changing exhibitions in an atmospheric historic setting near the centre.
Tarbes’ signature public garden with lawns, rare trees, sculptures and peacocks, ideal for a relaxed walk near the museums.
Large central square framed by shops and historic buildings, often used for events and a practical starting point for exploring Tarbes.
Main pedestrian shopping street with lively city-centre atmosphere, linking several squares and everyday landmarks in Tarbes.
Slow-cooked white haricot beans with confit duck, pork and sausage. A hearty Gascon classic eaten across Bigorre and the south-west.
Large white beans traditionally stewed with duck or pork. The Tarbais bean is prized locally for its thin skin and creamy texture.
Rustic cabbage soup from Bigorre, usually enriched with confit, ham or pork. A traditional mountain dish for cold weather.
Established Tarbes restaurant serving refined regional French cooking with seasonal produce in an intimate, classic setting.
Traditional brasserie near the station, known for south-western classics, duck dishes and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Casual local address for generous south-western fare, grills and traditional plates in a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere.
Tarbes is cheaper than larger French tourist cities, with lower hotel and dining prices and modest local transport costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Tarbes 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 Tarbes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Tarbes buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont station pair, with some services arriving at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Tarbes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont is 3 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont: Taxis.
Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen is 1 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen. ATMs are available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen.
Available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen: Limited accessibility features.
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