What is the travel distance from San Sebastian to Madrid?

The distance separating San Sebastian and Madrid is 219 miles (353 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Sebastian to Madrid?

The majority of buses traveling from San Sebastian to Madrid start their journey at Donostia and wind up at Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Once in Madrid, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Toledo, Palacio Real, Casa de Campo Park, Teleférico de Madrid and Reina Sofia Museum.

Bus San Sebastian to Madrid from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Donostia	5h 10m	1:40pm	Avenida de América Metro	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	6h 30m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	6h 40m	3:25pm	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Donostia	5h 15m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Donostia	5h 30m	3:30pm	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 15m	6:45am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	11:30am	Donostia	5h 10m	4:40pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 45m	7:15am	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	7h 15m	7:45am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	6h 30m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 15m	6:45am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	8:30am	Donostia	5h 10m	1:40pm	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 45m	7:15am	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	7h 15m	7:45am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	6h 30m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 15m	6:45am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	8:30am	Donostia	5h 10m	1:40pm	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 45m	7:15am	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	7h 15m	7:45am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Donostia	5h 15m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 15m	6:45am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	8:30am	Donostia	5h 10m	1:40pm	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 45m	7:15am	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	7h 15m	7:45am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	6h 30m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 45m	7:15am	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	8:30am	Donostia	5h 10m	1:40pm	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 15m	6:45am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 45m	7:15am	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	7h 15m	7:45am	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 15m	6:45am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	8:30am	Donostia	5h 10m	1:40pm	Avenida de América Metro	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	6h 45m	7:15am	Avenida de América Metro	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Donostia	7h 15m	7:45am	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	6h 30m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:40 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from San Sebastian to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, 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$59 - $92	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$29 - $139	Average Duration5h 26m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $81	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,777 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.

November 3, 2025

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

Kelvin Music M.

March 9, 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.

December 13, 2019

Grupo Samar

4/56,113 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.3

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Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Madrid?

Stops in San Sebastian

A - Donostia

B - Pío XII

C - Universidad

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid-Barajas Airport

B - Avenida de América Metro

C - Estación Sur

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

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

What is the travel distance from San Sebastian to Madrid?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Sebastian to Madrid?
What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$53

11/17

$53

Today

$53

11/19

$53

11/20

$53

11/21

$53

11/22

$53

11/23

$36

The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Madrid was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $36

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 $36 to $87 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 $36 which is on 2025-11-23.