Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 8 m

Buses per day

25

Distance

149 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander 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 Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 25 buses that leave Santander for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.

BlaBlaCar
07:501h40
Santander
09:30Donostia-San Sebastian
£131One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
11:402h10
Santander
13:50Donostia-San Sebastian
£131One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
16:101h30
Santander
17:40Donostia-San Sebastian
£141One-way
0 changes
AlsaNormal · Normal
15:154h35
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
19:50Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
£151One-way
1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal
16:003h20
Santander, Estación de Autobuses
19:20Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
£151One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £15.

Distance: 149 km

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Train

£15

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 19m

Average total duration

8h 49m

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Live departures

Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
alsaSupra Economy09:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
2h50
11:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal10:40 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h20
14:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal11:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
3h00
14:00 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaSupra Economy · Normal11:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h50
15:05 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaSupra Economy · Normal11:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
2h50
14:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal12:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
3h05
15:05 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal · Normal14:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
4h35
18:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal14:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
4h05
18:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal14:20 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
4h30
18:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal15:00 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h50
18:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal15:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
3h20
18:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal15:00 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
4h40
19:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal15:40 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
4h00
19:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal16:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
2h50
18:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal · Normal16:20 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
4h10
20:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal17:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
2h40
19:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal17:40 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
2h50
20:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
Thursday 4 December
alsaNormal01:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
3h15
04:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal05:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
2h50
07:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal · Normal06:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
3h20
09:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal06:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses
3h20
09:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Supra Economy07:00 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
4h50
11:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change
alsaNormal · Normal07:40 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h40
11:20 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian

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Buses from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £13 by train.

There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 149 km distance in 2h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £13
Distance
149 km
Average bus duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
20
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
2h 40m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
22:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £13

Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Santander to Donostia-San SebastianYou can travel by bus between Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£15
Alsa frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Learn more about Alsa

Alsa Supra

About
Alsa Supra is a premium service offered by Alsa, a leading Spanish bus company. It provides a high level of comfort and amenities for travelers, aiming to make each journey a unique experience. Key features of Alsa Supra buses include reclining leather seats with footrests, individual seating rows, high-speed Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and an \Ociobus\" on-board entertainment system with films, documentaries, and music. Passengers can also enjoy daily newspapers and a food and drink service, with a special menu available in the Premium class. Alsa Supra also offers services for people with reduced mobility, including reserved seating and wheelchair spaces. These services are available on various national and international routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
£20
Alsa Supra frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian is on average 2 h 40 min   for the 92 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian leaves at 22: 55.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian with Alsa or Alsa Supra. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Alsa, Alsa Supra or BlaBlaCar. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santander, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Donostia-San Sebastian from Santander is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Donostia-San Sebastian from Santander including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.
    No, luggage for the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Donostia-San Sebastian

    Santander
    Donostia-San Sebastian
    The major coach station for departures in Santander is Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander for your trip from Santander to Donostia-San Sebastian.
    Santander, Aeropuerto De SantanderWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    information
    address
    Address
    Carretera del Aeropuerto, s/n, 39600 Camargo, Cantabria, Spain
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    4 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Carretera del Aeropuerto
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria (in the station)
    • Fast-food outlet (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the terminal.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
    • Bus: 13, 23 Train: FEVE
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    information
    address
    Address
    Santander Bus Station, Calle Navas de Tolosa 2, 39002

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