The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
12 h 59 m
Average duration
14 h 20 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
788 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon 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 Lisbon will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 6 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Lisbon every day 6 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 14 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 59 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 15 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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Compare coach, train and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. 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 £20, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 788 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £281 Average Price | £112 Average Price |
13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 05:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h59 | 19:59 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 05:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 15h15 | 20:15 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:05 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h55 | 18:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
3163 | 08:25 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 13h35 | 22:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
3164 · 3173 | 21:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 17h35 | 15:20 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 change | |
Normal | 02:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 15h30 | 18:15 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 02:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 14h59 | 17:44 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 12h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 788 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 788 km |
Average bus duration 12h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Donostia-San Sebastian to LisbonYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Lisbon 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 Lisbon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lisboa, Gare Oriente, located 5.6 miles (9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Lisbon
- 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
- 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
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