How much is the bus ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid?

The cheapest coach tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid start from £46. The average price for this route is around £46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Sebastian to Madrid?

The average bus journey time from San Sebastian to Madrid is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 10m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the San Sebastian to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from ALSA , Grupo Samar .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Sebastian to Madrid?

The earliest bus departs from San Sebastian to Madrid at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Sebastian to Madrid?

A bus journey from San Sebastian to Madrid produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from San Sebastian to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60787 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Sebastian to Madrid?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Sebastian to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grupo Samar , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Sebastian to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Grupo Samar , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Sebastian to Madrid from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 30m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Donostia	5h 10m	16:40	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 40m	15:25	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	10:00	Donostia	5h 15m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:00	Donostia	5h 30m	15:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	Donostia	5h 10m	13:40	Avenida de América Metro	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 30m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 40m	15:25	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	10:00	Donostia	5h 15m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:00	Donostia	5h 30m	15:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 15m	06:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	08:30	Donostia	5h 10m	13:40	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	7h 15m	07:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 30m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 15m	06:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	08:30	Donostia	5h 10m	13:40	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	7h 15m	07:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 30m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 15m	06:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	08:30	Donostia	5h 10m	13:40	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	7h 15m	07:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 30m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	08:30	Donostia	5h 10m	13:40	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 15m	06:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	7h 15m	07:45	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	08:30	Donostia	5h 10m	13:40	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 15m	06:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	7h 15m	07:45	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Madrid on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 15m	06:45	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	08:30	Donostia	5h 10m	13:40	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Donostia	6h 45m	07:15	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	00:30	Donostia	7h 15m	07:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	08:45	Donostia	6h 30m	15:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from San Sebastian to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

219 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£46 - £70	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £107	Average duration7h 42m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £63	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Madrid?

Stops in San Sebastian

A
Donostia
Federico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
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B
Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

Stops in Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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B
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,836 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

According to user feedback, Alsa provides reliable and efficient transportation services. The buses are generally on time and comfortable, with polite staff who enhance the travel experience. Additionally, some drivers can communicate in English, which adds convenience for international travelers seeking a smooth journey.

ALSA San Sebastian Madrid recent customer reviews

Well the person or the driver who received me in to the bus was very polite nice person and I enjoyed watching drama from the Internet and from donostia Madrid was peaceful and successful 👌

Desmond I.

3 November 2025

Generally Alsa offers good transportation services. I always trust them as my booking option

Kelvin Music M.

9 March 2022

The bus it was not the premium tipe, the seats and the catering was not the best, even when I pay for a premium trip, the bathroom was dirty also when is a premium trip the bus driver stop to drop some trash and the azafata took a time for a smoke. I am really disappointed. I pay 62€ for a trip in a 30 something € trip. I will like to get some reinvesting, I pay for the premium becuases I took my mother which is 70 plus years old and have some difficulty. I have to write a complaint...

Sergio R.

13 December 2019

Grupo Samar

4/56,115 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Sebastian to Madrid

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid start from £46. The average price for this route is around £46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Sebastian to Madrid?
The average bus journey time from San Sebastian to Madrid is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 10m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the San Sebastian to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, Grupo Samar.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Sebastian to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from San Sebastian to Madrid at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Sebastian to Madrid?
A bus journey from San Sebastian to Madrid produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Sebastian to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60787 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Sebastian to Madrid?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Sebastian to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grupo Samar, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Sebastian to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Grupo Samar, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

26/11

£41

27/11

£41

Today

£41

29/11

£41

30/11

£41

01/12

£41

02/12

£41

03/12

£33

The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Madrid was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £33 to £53 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-12-03.