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

The cheapest coach tickets from Bilbao to San Sebastian start from £10. The average price for this route is around £11. 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 Bilbao to San Sebastian?

The average bus journey time from Bilbao to San Sebastian is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Bilbao to San Sebastian route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to San Sebastian at 04:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.

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

A bus journey from Bilbao to San Sebastian produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Bilbao to San Sebastian from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bilbao to San Sebastian on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	19:20	Donostia	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 10m	20:40	Donostia	Fastest
Bus	18:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	19:50	Donostia	No tags
Bus	20:20	Estación Autobuses	1h 10m	21:30	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Bilbao to San Sebastian on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	05:45	Donostia	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 10m	20:40	Donostia	Fastest
Bus	11:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	12:20	Donostia	No tags
Bus	12:45	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	14:05	Donostia	No tags
Bus	14:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	15:20	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Bilbao to San Sebastian on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	05:45	Donostia	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 10m	20:40	Donostia	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	08:50	Donostia	No tags
Bus	09:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	10:20	Donostia	No tags
Bus	11:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	12:20	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Bilbao to San Sebastian on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	05:45	Donostia	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 10m	20:40	Donostia	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	08:50	Donostia	No tags
Bus	09:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	10:20	Donostia	No tags
Bus	11:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	12:20	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Bilbao to San Sebastian on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	05:45	Donostia	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 10m	20:40	Donostia	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	08:50	Donostia	No tags
Bus	09:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	10:20	Donostia	No tags
Bus	11:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	12:20	Donostia	No tags

Next departures from Bilbao to San Sebastian on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	05:45	Donostia	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 10m	20:40	Donostia	Fastest
Bus	09:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	10:20	Donostia	No tags
Bus	13:30	Estación Autobuses	1h 25m	14:55	Donostia	No tags
Bus	14:00	Estación Autobuses	1h 20m	15:20	Donostia	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bilbao to San Sebastian

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

49 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£10 - £18	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £15	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and San Sebastian?

Stops in Bilbao

A
Estación Autobuses
Calle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
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B
Zorroza, Abaro Estrata
Abaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
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C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain
E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain
F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, 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

4.5/560,842 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Passengers have praised the service for its comfortable and clean buses, efficient booking process, and professional staff. However, a common concern is the lack of communication regarding delays or boarding information at stations. Despite these issues, travelers generally report smooth rides with friendly drivers on well-maintained vehicles.

ALSA Bilbao San Sebastian recent customer reviews

They did not put the gate number on the screen until it was passed departure time. I was worried. The bus was late for departure.

Gunes G.

16 October 2025

Convenient, on time, professional service, appreciated the entertainment on board. Would have been more comfortable ride if the air conditioning was stronger and air circulation improved

Gilles C.

6 September 2025

Bus was delayed by 1.5 hours, Alsa staff were unhelpful and could not provide any info what so ever, when the bus finally arrived, most of the seats were double booked

Kishan P.

7 July 2025

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

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

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 Bilbao to San Sebastian?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bilbao to San Sebastian start from £10. The average price for this route is around £11. 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 Bilbao to San Sebastian?
The average bus journey time from Bilbao to San Sebastian is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Bilbao to San Sebastian route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bilbao to San Sebastian?
The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to San Sebastian at 04:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bilbao to San Sebastian?
A bus journey from Bilbao to San Sebastian produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/11

£8

28/11

£8

Today

£8

30/11

£8

01/12

£8

02/12

£8

03/12

£8

04/12

£8

The cheapest trip from Bilbao to San Sebastian was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £13 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-01.