Madrid to San Sebastian

Madrid to San Sebastian

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Madrid to San Sebastian Schedule

Madrid to San Sebastian Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Standard 3pax Any time€ 676.50
Alsa Standard AC 07:30 - 14:05€ 49.98
Alsa Standard AC 08:00 - 13:30€ 58.91
Iberia Economy #IB50611:55 - 13:00€ 377.40
Alsa Standard AC 13:15 - 19:45€ 49.98
Air Europa Economy 15:10 - 07:55€ 250.92
Vueling Economy #VY519916:00 - 17:05€ 94.86
Alsa Standard AC 18:30 - 23:55€ 58.91

Transportation from Madrid to San Sebastian

Facts about the transport from Madrid to San Sebastian

Cheapest Transport$39
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure7:40 PM
Departures per day28
Distance350 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlsa, Daytrip, Iberia, Vueling

How to get from Madrid to San Sebastian

Travelling between Madrid and San Sebastian is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,037.19 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 38.26.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to San Sebastian?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 7 hours to travel between Madrid and San Sebastian depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Madrid and San Sebastian. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h to reach San Sebastian.

How much does it cost to get from Madrid to San Sebastian?

Travelling between Madrid and San Sebastian can be as cheap as USD 38.26 if you opt for a Alsa bus and as expensive as USD 1,037.19 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Madrid and San Sebastian ?

  • 16 from Madrid to San Sebastian starting from 00:30 America Avenue Bus Station until 18:45 Madrid Airport T4
  • 4 from Madrid to San Sebastian starting from 07:30 Madrid Airport until 19:40 Madrid Airport
  • 8 from Madrid to San Sebastian starting from 00:00 Madrid Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Madrid Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Madrid to San Sebastian.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Madrid to San Sebastian, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 123.08.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Madrid and San Sebastian

Iberia, Vueling

Bus

Travelling from Madrid to San Sebastian overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Madrid and San Sebastian

Alsa

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Madrid and San Sebastian

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Madrid to San Sebastian?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus