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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Alicante | San Sebastián / Donostia | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Alicante | San Sebastián / Donostia | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Alicante | Donostia | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Alicante | Donostia | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:03 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Alicante to San Sebastian
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 796, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 183 - R 4 240 | Average duration10h 45m | 14kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 796 - R 1 524 | Average duration8h 10m | 24kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Alicante and San Sebastian?
Stops in Alicante
- AEstación de Autobuses Nueva, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
- C
Av. Salamanca
Av. Salamanca, 3, 03005 Alacant, Alicante Spain - DCarretera de San Vicente del Raspeig, s/n, 03690 San Vicente del Raspeig, Alicante, Spain
- E
Carrer Eusebio Sempere
Carrer Eusebio Sempere, 6, 03003 Alacant, Alicante, Spain - F
Port d'Alacant
Mlle. Levante 17B, 03001 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alicante to San Sebastian by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Alicante to San Sebastian?
The cheapest bus tickets from Alicante to San Sebastian start at R 1 183. The average price for this route is around R 1 193. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Alicante to San Sebastian?
The average bus journey time from Alicante to San Sebastian is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 568 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 10m and is operated by BILMAN BUS, S.L..
Which bus companies service the Alicante to San Sebastian route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from BILMAN BUS, S.L., FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Alicante to San Sebastian?
The earliest bus departs from Alicante to San Sebastian at 08:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Alicante to San Sebastian?
A bus trip from Alicante to San Sebastian produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Alicante to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L., with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 1159 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Alicante to San Sebastian?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company BILMAN BUS, S.L. has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Alicante to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L., with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Alicante to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L., with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alicante to San Sebastian was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 074To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Alicante to San Sebastian as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 074 to R 4 080 for a bus ticket from Alicante to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 074, which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
