The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin
Cheapest price
£276
Average price
£336
Fastest journey
21 h 57 m
Average duration
22 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1532 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin will cost around £336 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £276.
Of the 2 trains that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Berlin every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1532 km distance in an average of 22 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 h 48 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 coach, train and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £82, and a flight costs an average of £125.
Distance: 1532 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£264 Average Price | £122 Average Price Cheapest | £314 Average Price |
22h 20m Average total duration 21h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 21m Average total duration 25h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin trains for today, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:06 Donostia-San Sebastian | 21h57 | 16:03 Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:18 Donostia-San Sebastian | 21h45 | 16:03 Berlin | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £145 but you can travel from only £82 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 1532 km distance in 21h 45m.
Distance 1532 km |
Average train duration 21h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £145 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 21h 45m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:50 |
FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
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