The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
£161
Average price
£232
Fastest journey
11 h 39 m
Average duration
12 h 10 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
746 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice 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 Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around £232 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £161.
To travel from Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian you need to make at least one change.
4758+
17468+
L51 (866435)6:3213h23Nice Saint-Augustin19:55Les Deux-Jumeaux£1611One-way2 changes
6188 · 85497:5712h51Nice-Ville20:48Hendaye station£2011One-way1 change
6188 · 85497:5712h36Nice-Ville20:33Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure£2011One-way1 change
5772+
853319:0017h36Nice-Ville12:36Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure£2121One-way1 change
5772+
853319:0017h51Nice-Ville12:51Hendaye station£2121One-way1 change
12176 · 5382 · 85476:5711h39Nice-Ville18:36Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure£3261One-way2 changes
12176 · 5382 · 85476:5711h54Nice-Ville18:51Hendaye station£3261One-way2 changes
6170 · 855110:5612h13Nice-Ville23:09Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure£2221One-way1 change
6170 · 855110:5612h27Nice-Ville23:23Hendaye station£2221One-way1 change
6188 · 85497:5712h36Nice-Ville20:33Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure£2011One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. 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 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 746 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£128 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £194 Average Price |
11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5772+ 8533 | On time 19:00 Nice-Ville | 17h36 | 12:36 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 1 change | |
5772+ 8533+ D51 (866455) | 19:00 Nice-Ville | 18h24 | 13:24 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2 changes | |
5772+ 8533 | On time 19:00 Nice-Ville | 17h51 | 12:51 Hendaye station | 1 change | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
4758+ 17468+ L51 (866435) | 6:32 Nice Saint-Augustin | 13h23 | 19:55 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2 changes | |
12176 · 5382 · 8547 | 6:57 Nice-Ville | 11h39 | 18:36 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 2 changes | |
12176 · 5382 · 8547 | 6:57 Nice-Ville | 11h54 | 18:51 Hendaye station | 2 changes | |
6188 · 8549 | 7:57 Nice-Ville | 12h51 | 20:48 Hendaye station | 1 change | |
6188 · 8549 | 7:57 Nice-Ville | 12h36 | 20:33 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 1 change | |
6170 · 8551 | 10:56 Nice-Ville | 12h27 | 23:23 Hendaye station | 1 change | |
6170 · 8551 | 10:56 Nice-Ville | 12h13 | 23:09 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 1 change | |
6162+ 3731+ F51 (866517) | 13:48 Nice-Ville | 18h24 | 8:12 Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure | 2 changes | |
6162+ 3731+ F51 (866517) | 13:48 Nice-Ville | 18h33 | 8:21 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2 changes | |
6162+ 3731+ F51 (866517) | 13:48 Nice-Ville | 18h38 | 8:26 Hendaye station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian
Trains from Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 746 km distance in 11h 39m.
Distance 746 km |
Average train duration 10h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 11h 39m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 20:18 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nice and Donostia-San Sebastian from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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 Nice and Donostia-San Sebastian
Most Nice to Donostia-San Sebastian trains use the Nice Ville to Hendaye station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Donostia-San Sebastian train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nice station do trains to Donostia-San Sebastian leave from?
Getting to Nice Ville from Nice city centre
Nice Ville train station facilities and services
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Getting to Nice Saint-Augustin from Nice city centre
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin train station facilities and services
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Getting to Nice Riquier from Nice city centre
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier train station facilities and services
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
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