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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £260.
Distance: 566 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£73 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £260 Average Price | £120 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 37m Average total duration 16h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian:
A train is £39 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average £73.
A train is £226 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average £260.
Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 22m.
Coach takes on average 16h 37m.
Tickets start at around £73 compared to roughly £120 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £48. The journey takes 16h 7m versus 7h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Donostia-San Sebastian from Alicante by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Donostia-San Sebastian are Bilbao, Pamplona, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Bayonne and Biarritz. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Donostia-San Sebastian on Omio.
Bilbao is known for the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and its blend of industrial heritage with contemporary design. Along the river, Basque culture shapes the city’s food, architecture and lively old quarter.
Pamplona is best known for San Fermín and the running of the bulls, but its compact old quarter and medieval walls give it a steadier character year-round. Navarrese traditions, green parks and a lively pintxos scene shape daily life.
Vitoria-Gasteiz is known for its medieval old town, green spaces and role as the capital of the Basque Country. Its calm streets, elegant squares and pintxos culture give it a measured, local character.
Bayonne is a historic city in the French Basque Country with a lively old town and a strong regional identity. It is known for Sainte-Marie Cathedral, traditional chocolate-making and the culinary fame of jambon de Bayonne.
Biarritz is a stylish Basque coast resort known for surf beaches, elegant seafront buildings and Atlantic views. Its mix of ocean culture, smart promenades and lively food gives the city a refined yet relaxed character.
Travel to Donostia-San Sebastian easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian:
A train is £39 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average £73.
A train is £226 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Donostia-San Sebastian costing on average £260.
Other travel options to Donostia-San Sebastian take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 22m.
Coach takes on average 16h 37m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Donostia-San Sebastian as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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