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Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian train with Renfe (13)

Tue, 18 Mar
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

4 h 21 m

Average duration

5 h 32 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

77 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Renfe ALVIA00437
15:204h21
Bilbao-Abando
19:41Donostia-San Sebastián
£141One-way
1 change
2nd Cheapest
Renfe ALVIA00437
15:207h27
Bilbao-Abando
22:47Donostia-San Sebastián
£141One-way
1 change
Renfe ALVIA04186
07:009h48
Bilbao-Abando
16:48Donostia-San Sebastián
£201One-way
1 change
Renfe ALVIA04186
07:005h43
Bilbao-Abando
12:43Donostia-San Sebastián
£211One-way
1 change
Renfe ALVIA00437
15:204h58
Bilbao-Abando
20:18Donostia-San Sebastián
£221One-way
1 change

Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 March
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Renfe ALVIA
04186
Renfe ALVIA04186
07:00 Bilbao-Abando5h43 12:43 Donostia-San Sebastián1 change
Renfe ALVIA
04186
Renfe ALVIA04186
07:00 Bilbao-Abando9h48 16:48 Donostia-San Sebastián1 change
Renfe ALVIA
00437
Renfe ALVIA00437
15:20 Bilbao-Abando4h58 20:18 Donostia-San Sebastián1 change
Renfe ALVIA
00437
Renfe ALVIA00437
15:20 Bilbao-Abando4h21 19:41 Donostia-San Sebastián1 change
Renfe ALVIA
00437
Renfe ALVIA00437
15:20 Bilbao-Abando7h27 22:47 Donostia-San Sebastián1 change
Renfe ALVIA
04366
Renfe ALVIA04366
17:35 Bilbao-Abando5h12 22:47 Donostia-San Sebastián1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian?

The best time to book your train from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian

Trains from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
77 km
Average train duration
3h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
11
Train providers
6
Fastest train
2h 40m
First train
05:58
Last train
22:28
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

Train providers: Renfe (13), Renfe (3) and Renfe Intercity trains Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian

Find the best trip to Donostia-San Sebastian from Bilbao with Renfe (13), Renfe (3) and Renfe Intercity. Comparing timetables and prices and booking the most affordable trip has never been easier with over 1000 travel operators on Omio.

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

    FAQs: Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian train

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    The first train from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian leaves at 04: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
    The last train from Bilbao to Donostia-San Sebastian leaves at 17: 45.
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    Yes, you can take a coach between Bilbao and Donostia-San Sebastian.

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