The cheapest and fastest coaches from Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Palencia 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 Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 3 buses that leave Palencia for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.

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Compare train and coach for Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 254 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal | 14:45 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 4h30 | 19:15 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:45 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 5h00 | 21:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian
Buses from Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 254 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 254 km |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 17:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Palencia to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Palencia to Donostia-San Sebastian coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palencia 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.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palencia and Donostia-San Sebastian
- 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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