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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 53 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
604 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon 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 Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lyon for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 604 km distance in an average of 12 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. 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 coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £79.
Distance: 604 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price | £290 Average Price |
11h 47m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches for today, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 Lyon | 14h10 | 02:10 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Lyon | 10h30 | 01:00 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:10 Lyon | 12h00 | 09:10 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:59 Lyon | 13h41 | 11:40 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian
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Buses from Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 604 km distance in 9h 46m.
Distance 604 km |
Average bus duration 11h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 46m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Lyon to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian with BlaBlaCar Bus, Ourbus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Donostia-San Sebastian coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Donostia-San Sebastian
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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