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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Barcelona-Sants | San Sebastian, Donostia | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Barcelona-Sants | San Sebastian, Donostia | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to San Sebastian
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 427, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and San Sebastian?
Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- C
Barcelona Airport
- D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Train Companies
Based on 943 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 586
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to San Sebastian by train
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 train ticket from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to San Sebastian start from R 586. The average price for this train route is around R 1 248. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to San Sebastian is 6h 29m, covering a distance of 402 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 29m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to San Sebastian route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to San Sebastian?
The earliest train from Barcelona to San Sebastian departs at 14:32. And the latest train departs at 14:32.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to San Sebastian was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 447To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to San Sebastian as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 447 to R 1 967 for a train ticket from Barcelona to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 518, which is on 2026-01-28.
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