The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£224
Average price
£224
Fastest journey
10 h 11 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
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 £224 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £224.
Of the 1 trains that leave Geneva for Donostia-San Sebastian every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 717 km distance in an average of 10 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 11 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 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 £37. 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 £37, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 717 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£182 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £269 Average Price |
10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 49m Average total duration 15h 19m 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 |
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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, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:29 Geneva | 10h20 | 16:49 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:30 Geneva | 10h47 | 19:17 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:29 Geneva | 10h19 | 20:48 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:30 Geneva | 8h50 | 21:20 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:29 Geneva | 16h06 | 06:35 Donostia-San Sebastian | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian
Trains from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 717 km distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 717 km |
Average train duration 10h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 50m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 20:18 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit from Geneva to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Geneva and Donostia-San Sebastian from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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