The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
23 h 5 m
Average duration
23 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1017 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £78.
Of the 1 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Karlsruhe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1017 km distance in an average of 23 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 23 h 5 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 coach and train for Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £150.
Distance: 1017 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£77 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price |
18h 48m Average total duration 18h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration Fastest 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe coaches for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:20 Donostia-San Sebastian | 21h40 | 06:00 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:05 Donostia-San Sebastian | 23h45 | 09:50 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 7 March | |||||
![]() | 03:00 Donostia-San Sebastian | 23h05 | 02:05 Karlsruhe | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni - Unibus to find the best option for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni - Unibus to find the best option for your trip from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1017 km distance in 20h 40m.
Distance 1017 km |
Average bus duration 18h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 20h 40m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Donostia-San Sebastian to KarlsruheYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £53. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Union Ivkoni - Unibus
FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Karlsruhe
- 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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