The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 30 trains that leave Madrid for Donostia-San Sebastian on Thu, Apr 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 352 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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.
041675:37 PM5h15Madrid Chamartín10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$541One-way0 transfers
042572:46 PM5h00Madrid Chamartín7:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$591One-way0 transfers
1806312:25 PM7h58Madrid Príncipe Pío8:23 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$651One-way0 transfers
180619:06 AM7h40Madrid Príncipe Pío4:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$651One-way0 transfers
05817+
041672:23 PM8h29Madrid Chamartín10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$891One-way1 transfer
042572:46 PM5h00Madrid Chamartín7:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$591One-way0 transfers
041675:37 PM5h15Madrid Chamartín10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$541One-way0 transfers
05817+
042572:23 PM5h23Madrid Chamartín7:46 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$1051One-way1 transfer
04261 · 040877:04 AM5h46Madrid Chamartín12:50 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$1561One-way1 transfer
08179+
041675:00 PM5h52Madrid Chamartín10:52 PMDonostia-San Sebastián$921One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $46.
Distance: 218 miles (352 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$56 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $266 Average price |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04073+ 18061 | On time 5:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h01 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08079+ 18063 | On time 5:51 AM Madrid Chamartín | 12h32 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08079+ 18061 | On time 5:51 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h55 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04687+ 18063 | On time 6:40 AM Madrid Chamartín | 11h43 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04687+ 18061 | On time 6:40 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h06 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04687 · 04257 | On time 6:40 AM Madrid Chamartín | 11h06 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
18061 | On time 7:06 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 7h40 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
04091+ 18061 | On time 7:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h31 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
05763+ 18063 | On time 7:25 AM Madrid Chamartín | 10h58 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
05763+ 18061 | On time 7:25 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h21 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
05071+ 18061 | On time 7:56 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h50 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
05071+ 18063 | On time 7:56 AM Madrid Chamartín | 10h27 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
05071+ 04257 | On time 7:56 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h50 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08109+ 18063 | On time 8:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 10h08 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08109+ 18061 | On time 8:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h31 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08109+ 04257 | On time 8:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h31 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08129+ 04167 | On time 10:05 AM Madrid Chamartín | 10h47 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08129+ 04257 | On time 10:05 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h41 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08129+ 18063 | On time 10:05 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h18 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
18063 | On time 10:25 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 7h58 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
34101+ 04167 | On time 11:03 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h49 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
34101+ 04257 | On time 11:03 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h43 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
34101+ 18063 | On time 11:03 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h20 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04143+ 18063 | On time 11:40 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h43 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04143 · 04167 | On time 11:40 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h12 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04143+ 04257 | On time 11:40 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h06 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08139+ 04167 | On time 11:48 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h04 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08139+ 18063 | On time 11:48 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h35 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08139+ 04257 | On time 11:48 AM Madrid Chamartín | 5h58 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
05817+ 04257 | On time 12:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h23 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
05817+ 04167 | On time 12:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 8h29 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04257+ 04167 | On time 12:46 PM Madrid Chamartín | 8h06 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04257 | On time 12:46 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h00 | 5:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
05721+ 04167 | On time 12:59 PM Madrid Chamartín | 7h53 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08159+ 04167 | On time 1:10 PM Madrid Chamartín | 7h42 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04153+ 04167 | On time 1:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 7h32 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08359+ 04167 | On time 1:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 7h12 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08169+ 04167 | On time 2:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 6h37 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04161+ 04167 | On time 2:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 6h15 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
08179+ 04167 | On time 3:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h52 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04167 | On time 3:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h15 | 8:52 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
04261 · 04087 | On time 5:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 5h46 | 10:50 AM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04261+ 18063 | On time 5:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 13h19 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04261+ 18061 | On time 5:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h42 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04187+ 18063 | On time 5:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 13h03 | 6:23 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04087+ 18061 | On time 5:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h26 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
04187+ 18061 | On time 5:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h26 | 2:46 PM Donostia-San Sebastián | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian
Trains from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 218 miles (352 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 218 miles (352 km) |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 5:37 PM |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Donostia-San Sebastian from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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
Popular train stations from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastian
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with special rates arranged by nearby hotels.
- Restaurant Casa Mingo
- Café de Oriente
- Noodles King
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.60
- Hotel Príncipe Pío
- Acta Madfor Hotel
- Hotel Exe Moncloa
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Cercanías trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line 6, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- Cercanías: Lines C1, C7, C10
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