The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £86.
Of the 1 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Saint-Étienne 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 559 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 28m. 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 £34, and a flight costs an average of £169.
Distance: 559 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£71 Average Price Cheapest | £404 Average Price | £177 Average Price |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration Fastest 7h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:05 Donostia-San Sebastian | 13h45 | 03:50 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:35 Donostia-San Sebastian | 10h15 | 07:50 Saint-Étienne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 559 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 559 km |
Average bus duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-ÉtienneYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne with Ourbus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne, 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 Saint-Étienne, Gare SNCF, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Saint-Étienne
- 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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