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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aeropuerto Santander | Donostia | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Donostia | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto Santander | Donostia | No tags | ||||
ALSA + ALSA Supra | Bus | Aeropuerto Santander | Donostia | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aeropuerto Santander | Donostia | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santander to San Sebastian
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$35 - $58 | Average Duration3h 20m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$16 - $37 | Average Duration2h 10m | 6kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Santander and San Sebastian?
Stops in Santander
- BCalle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
- C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Stops in San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
- B
Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain - C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
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Customers generally appreciated the punctuality and comfort of the bus service, with many noting that the buses were clean and the ticketing process was smooth. However, some users experienced confusion due to unclear seat numbering and found the legroom to be limited, which affected taller passengers. Additionally, there were occasional delays without updates.
ALSA Santander San Sebastian recent customer reviews
It was a great trip, leaving on time and arriving on time. However, we didn’t know that we had numbered seats as the numbers were not on our tickets (we booked on line). This caused some confusion about where we were supposed to sit.
Geoffrey W.
I was in time, first on, seated. Moved. My ticket, purchased months ago, had any seat. Everybody boarding with a recently purchased ticket had a seat allocation. I was moved 3 times before departure. Stopping points were stressful, I was ready to argue. NOT the best journey ever.
Mike J.
Service excellent!only thing was very difficult to see the numbers on the seats? Which causes hold up unfortunately
Ray F.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santander to San Sebastian by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santander to San Sebastian?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to San Sebastian start from $35. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santander to San Sebastian?
The average bus travel time from Santander to San Sebastian is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 149 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to San Sebastian route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santander to San Sebastian?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to San Sebastian at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to San Sebastian?
A bus trip from Santander to San Sebastian generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santander to San Sebastian was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santander to San Sebastian, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $44 for a bus ticket from Santander to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-03.
