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04/22/2025
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San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid by bus

The journey from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid by bus is 219.2 mi and takes 5 hr 38 min. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:30 AM and the last at 6:30 PM. It is possible to travel from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid by bus for as little as $37.45 or as much as $67.32. The best price for this journey is $37.45.

Lowest Price $37.45
Journey Duration 5 hr 38 min
Connection per Day 19
Lowest Price $37.45
Highest Price $67.32
First Departure 12:30 AM
Last Departure 6:30 PM
Distance 219.2 mi
Departure San Sebastián / Donostia
Arrival Madrid
Carriers Alsa

San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid Bus Times

Departure date
Tuesday, Apr 22, 2025

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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 $35.41 to $50.31 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 30% on your trip!

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

The cheapest San Sebastián / Donostia - Madrid bus tickets can be found for as low as $32.80 if you’re lucky, or $44.50 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $49.29.

Find the best day to travel to Madrid by bus

When travelling to Madrid 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 from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid
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San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
24.69kg
Bus
26.46kg
Flight
70.55kg
Car
56.44kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid?
A bus ticket from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid is $54.39. 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 $37.45.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid is $37.45. 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 San Sebastián / Donostia and Madrid by bus?
San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid is 219.2 mi.
How long does the bus between San Sebastián / Donostia and Madrid take?
San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid is on average 5 hr 38 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hr 10 min.
How many bus connections per day go from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid?
San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid has 19 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid leave?
The earliest bus from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid departs at 12:30 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 San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid depart?
The latest bus from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid departs at 6:30 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 San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid 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 $37.45 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.
How many direct connections depart from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid?
There are on average 19 direct connection(s) from San Sebastián / Donostia to go to Madrid.
What's the fastest journey time between San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Sebastián / Donostia and Madrid is 5 hr 10 min.
Is there a direct bus from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Sebastián / Donostia and Madrid.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid by bus?
The bus journey from San Sebastián / Donostia to Madrid creates 26.46kg of CO2 emissions.

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