Madrid to San Sebastian

Madrid to San Sebastian

Madrid
San Sebastian
Sun, May 19
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$39
 
 
$1,049

Other Options

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

When you want to get from Madrid to San Sebastian, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 1,048.40. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 38.68.

How far is Madrid from San Sebastian?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Madrid to San Sebastian. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

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

The travel time from Madrid to San Sebastian can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 7 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Madrid to San Sebastian varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Alsa: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 38.68 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 1,048.40.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Madrid to San Sebastian:

  • Bus tickets - USD 38.95 to USD 69.24;
  • Plane tickets - USD 124.41 to USD 415.42;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 732.39 to USD 1,048.29.

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:45. There are 16 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Madrid to San Sebastian depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Madrid to San Sebastian any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Madrid to San Sebastian. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 124.41.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Madrid to San Sebastian

Iberia, Vueling

Buses

Taking a bus from Madrid to San Sebastian is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Madrid to San Sebastian. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 732.39.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Madrid to San Sebastian

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Madrid to San Sebastian? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.