How much is the bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian start from $91. The average price for this route is around $102. 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 Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

The average bus trip duration from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 332 miles (536 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 40m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ALSA , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

The earliest bus departs from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

A bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?

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

Bus Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian from $87 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela)	12h 15m	5:45am	Donostia	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:58 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8hAverage Duration

332 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $209	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$48 - $82	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santiago de Compostela and San Sebastian?

Stops in Santiago de Compostela

A
Estación de Autobuses de Santiago de Compostela
Rua de Clara Campoamor, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain
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B
Parada de Autobus Santiago de Compostela
Praza de Camilo Díaz Baliño, 2, 15704 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain
C
Av. de Lugo
Av. de Lugo, 13, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain
D
San Lázaro
Av. de Fernando de Casas Novoa, 14, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain
E
Av. de Rosalía de Castro
Av. de Rosalía de Castro, 116, 15706 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain
F
Rúa San Lázaro
Rúa San Lázaro, 88, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain

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

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,835 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

According to 24 reviews, ALSA received a 3.9-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the seats. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $102

ALSA Santiago de Compostela San Sebastian recent customer reviews

The bus arrived slightly later than expected to our destination, but that’s understandable given the driving conditions. Bus staff were approachable.

Kirsty M.

October 23, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian start from $91. The average price for this route is around $102. 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 Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
The average bus trip duration from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 332 miles (536 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 40m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
A bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, 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

11/25

$95

11/26

$95

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$95

11/28

$95

11/29

$96

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$96

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$96

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$95

The cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $95

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

You can expect to pay from $95 to $96 for a bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2025-12-02.