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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£29
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£40
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
5 h 15 m
Buses on 06 Oct
16
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid 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 Madrid will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 16 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid, including 16 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 352 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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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Supra EconomyBuses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 352 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 352 km |
Average bus duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 8:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h10 | 13:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 15:25 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 15:15 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 15:30 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 15:15 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 11:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h25 | 16:55 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 11:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h10 | 16:40 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 6h00 | 19:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 18:45 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 14:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 20:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 14:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 19:45 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 6h10 | 22:10 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 21:45 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:01 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 6h44 | 22:45 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 18:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 6h00 | 0:30 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 18:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 0:15 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from San Sebastian to Madrid leave regularly and frequently throughout the day, from very early in the evening until very late in the evening. All services are offered by ALSA. The journey takes between 5 hours and 25 minutes, and 6 hours and 45 minutes. Weekend departures are equally frequent and regular.
Buses from San Sebastian to Madrid leave from the main bus station on Plaza de Pio XII which is a 15 minute journey on the city's efficient bus service from the town centre. There is no public transport after midnight. Taxis are available at taxi ranks. The journey from the bus station to the town centre takes less than ten minutes.
Madrid is Spain's dynamic capital city and has some of the world's greatest museums and art galleries. The Prado has a huge collection, including landmark works by El Greco, Velazquez and Goya. Picasso's 'Guernica' is the showstopper at the Reina Sofia modern art museum. The Palacio Real, or Royal Palace, is the official residence of Spain's king and tours are available. Madrid is renowned for its vibrant nightlife and some venues are open all night. Travellers from San Sebastian arrive at the bus station on Avenida de America, north of the city centre, and linked to the efficient Metro system and on bus routes. The journey to the city centre takes less than 30 minutes. The Metro runs until 1.30am. There is a night bus service. Taxis are available to hail on streets. Taxi journeys from the bus station to the city centre take about 20 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Madrid buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Madrid, Avenida de América station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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