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01/17/2026
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Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia by bus

The journey from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia by bus is 474 mi and takes 23 hr 7 min. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 8:00 AM and the last at 10:45 PM. It is possible to travel from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia by bus for as little as $37.06 or as much as $243.12. The best price for this journey is $37.06.

Lowest Price $37.06
Journey Duration 23 hr 7 min
Connection per Day 6
Lowest Price $37.06
Highest Price $243.12
First Departure 8:00 AM
Last Departure 10:45 PM
Distance 474 mi
Departure Málaga
Arrival San Sebastián / Donostia
Carriers Alsa, FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $1.17 to $136.87 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 99% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia

The cheapest Málaga - San Sebastián / Donostia bus tickets can be found for as low as $47.34 if you’re lucky, or $82.02 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $155.91.

Find the best day to travel to San Sebastián / Donostia by bus

When travelling to San Sebastián / Donostia by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Alsa and FlixBus from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia
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Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
53.4kg
Bus
57.21kg
Flight
152.57kg
Car
122.05kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia?
A bus ticket from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia is $149.96. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $37.06.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia is $37.06. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Málaga and San Sebastián / Donostia by bus?
Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia is 474 mi.
How long does the bus between Málaga and San Sebastián / Donostia take?
Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia is on average 23 hr 7 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 14 hr 40 min.
Which companies operate from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia?
The bus journey from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Alsa, FlixBus, ALSA INTERNACIONAL and SECORBUS (Socibus).
How many bus connections per day go from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia?
Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia leave?
The earliest bus from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia departs at 8:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia depart?
The latest bus from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia departs at 10:45 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $37.06 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Málaga and San Sebastián / Donostia is 14 hr 40 min.
Is there a direct bus from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Málaga and San Sebastián / Donostia.
What are the CO2 emissions for Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia by bus?
The bus journey from Málaga to San Sebastián / Donostia creates 57.21kg of CO2 emissions.

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