The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£182
Fastest journey
12 h 44 m
Average duration
13 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
918 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan 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 Milan will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
Of the 2 trains that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Milan 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 918 km distance in an average of 13 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 50 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.
5:0612h44Donostia-San Sebastian17:50Milan£1601One-way0 changes
5:0314h50Donostia-San Sebastian19:53Milan£2031One-way0 changes
5:0612h44Donostia-San Sebastian17:50Milan£1601One-way0 changes
5:0314h50Donostia-San Sebastian19:53Milan£2031One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £106.
Distance: 918 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£232 Average Price | £181 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 36m Average total duration 20h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.8 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:06 Donostia-San Sebastian | 12h44 | 17:50 Milan | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:06 Donostia-San Sebastian | 12h44 | 18:50 Milan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £106 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 918 km distance in 12h 44m.
Distance 918 km |
Average train duration 11h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £106 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 44m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 20:18 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Euskotren from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Euskotren trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Milan from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Milan
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
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