The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 34 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
788 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 22 buses that leave Lisbon for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 788 km distance in an average of 12 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 14 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.
31629:4513h45Lisboa, Gare Oriente0:30Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£231One-way0 changes
Normal15:1512h44Lisboa, Gare Oriente4:59Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£301One-way0 changes
Normal14:4513h14Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios4:59Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£301One-way0 changes
Normal15:1512h44Lisboa, Gare Oriente4:59Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£301One-way0 changes
Normal14:4513h14Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios4:59Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£301One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:2011h35Lisboa, Gare Oriente20:55Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£441One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:5012h35Lisboa, Gare Oriente11:25Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£451One-way0 changes
Normal15:1512h44Lisboa, Gare Oriente4:59Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£301One-way0 changes
Normal15:1512h44Lisboa, Gare Oriente4:59Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£301One-way0 changes
Normal14:4513h14Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios4:59Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 788 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £338 Average Price | £115 Average Price |
13h 36m Average total duration 13h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 57m Average total duration 28h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 7:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 12h50 | 21:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 12h50 | 21:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 12h20 | 21:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 12h20 | 21:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 11h35 | 20:55 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
3162 | 9:45 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 13h45 | 0:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 14h25 | 5:35 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:45 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 13h14 | 4:59 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:45 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 13h14 | 4:59 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:15 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 12h44 | 4:59 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:15 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 12h44 | 4:59 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:20 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 13h25 | 5:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
3172 · 95929 | 17:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 17h10 | 11:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:05 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 14h00 | 8:05 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:50 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 12h35 | 11:25 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 22:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 15h30 | 15:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 22:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 14h00 | 13:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Buses from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 16 times per day, taking around 13h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 788 km distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 788 km |
Average bus duration 13h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Rede Expressos from Lisbon to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Internorte, Rede Expressos for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Donostia-San Sebastian 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 Donostia-San Sebastian, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lisbon and Donostia-San Sebastian
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station)
- Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 705, 725, 744, 759, 782 Metro: Red Train: Regional, Intercity, Alfa Pendular
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station)
- Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km)
- Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 726, 731, 746, 755, 758 Metro: Blue Train: Sintra
- 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
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