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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£205
Average price
£265
Fastest journey
8 h 54 m
Average duration
11 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
717 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva 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 Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £265 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £205.
To travel from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian you need to make at least one change.
9774+
855114:298h54Geneva station23:23Hendaye station£2051One-way1 change- 9768+854910:2910h19Geneva station20:48Hendaye station£2521One-way1 change
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F51 (866517)16:2815h58Geneva station8:26Hendaye station£2601One-way2 changes - 9764+85478:2910h22Geneva station18:51Hendaye station£2921One-way1 change
- 9764+8413+L51 (866461)8:299h42Geneva station18:11Hendaye station£3151One-way2 changes
- 9774+855114:298h54Geneva station23:23Hendaye station£2051One-way1 change
- 9764+8413+L51 (866461)8:299h42Geneva station18:11Hendaye station£3151One-way2 changes
- 9768+854910:2910h19Geneva station20:48Hendaye station£2521One-way1 change
- 9764+85478:2910h22Geneva station18:51Hendaye station£2921One-way1 change
- 9776+3731+F51 (866517)16:2815h58Geneva station8:26Hendaye station£2601One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £52.
Distance: 717 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£196 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price |
9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 13m Average total duration 15h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8551+9774 | Delayed 16:38 14:29Geneva station | 8h54 | 23:23 Hendaye station | 1 change | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| 9764+8413+L51 (866461) | 8:29 Geneva station | 9h42 | 18:11 Hendaye station | 2 changes | |
| 8547+9764 | 8:29 Geneva station | 10h22 | 18:51 Hendaye station | 1 change | |
| 8549+9768 | 10:29 Geneva station | 10h19 | 20:48 Hendaye station | 1 change | |
| 8551+9774 | 14:29 Geneva station | 8h54 | 23:23 Hendaye station | 1 change | |
| 3731+9776+F51 (866517) | 16:28 Geneva station | 15h58 | 8:26 Hendaye station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian
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Spain
Trains from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 717 km distance in 8h 52m.
Distance 717 km |
Average train duration 9h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 52m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 20:18 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Geneva and Donostia-San Sebastian from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
FAQs: Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian by train. 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 train, 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Donostia-San Sebastian
Most Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian trains use the Genève to Hendaye station pair. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Donostia-San Sebastian train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do trains to Donostia-San Sebastian leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
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