How much does a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Barcelona cost?

The bus ticket price from San Sebastian to Barcelona starts at US$45. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Sebastian to Barcelona is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from San Sebastian to Barcelona?

The average travel time between San Sebastian and Barcelona is around 13h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 402 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between San Sebastian and Barcelona?

The number of buses from San Sebastian to Barcelona can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Sebastian to Barcelona by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from San Sebastian to Barcelona?

When taking the bus from San Sebastian to Barcelona, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Vibasa.

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

Buses travelling between San Sebastian and Barcelona leave from Donostia or Pío XII and arrive at Estació del Nord de Barcelona, Barcelona Sants, Barcelona Airport.

Bus San Sebastian to Barcelona from US$40 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Sebastian to Barcelona on 30 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:50	Donostia	13h 35m	13:25	Sants	CheapestFastest
		23:50	Donostia	14h 30m	14:20	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Barcelona on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:40	Donostia	18h 45m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
06:25	Donostia	15h 10m	21:35	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
08:10	Donostia	16h 50m	01:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
06:25	Donostia	16h 45m	23:10	Sants	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Barcelona on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:25	Donostia	15h 10m	21:35	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
23:50	Donostia	13h 35m	13:25	Sants	Fastest
00:40	Donostia	18h 45m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	No tags
08:10	Donostia	16h 50m	01:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
23:50	Donostia	14h 30m	14:20	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Barcelona on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:25	Donostia	15h 10m	21:35	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest
00:40	Donostia	18h 45m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	No tags
08:10	Donostia	16h 50m	01:00	Barcelona Nord	No tags
06:25	Donostia	16h 45m	23:10	Sants	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Barcelona on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:10	Donostia	16h 50m	01:00	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
06:25	Donostia	15h 10m	21:35	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
00:40	Donostia	18h 45m	19:25	Barcelona Nord	No tags
06:25	Donostia	16h 45m	23:10	Sants	No tags

Next departures from San Sebastian to Barcelona on 4 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		23:50	Donostia	18h 10m	18:00	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
		23:50	Donostia	13h 35m	13:25	Sants	Fastest

Next departures from San Sebastian to Barcelona on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:25	Donostia	15h 10m	21:35	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
23:50	Donostia	13h 35m	13:25	Sants	Fastest
23:50	Donostia	15h 40m	15:30	Barcelona Nord	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from San Sebastian to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

403 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$45 - US$140	Average duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$90 - US$118	Average duration6h 7m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$25 - US$88	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Bus San Sebastian to Barcelona: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$54

Average bus trip duration13h 35m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure00:40

Distance403 km

Latest bus departure23:50

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 115 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Vibasa

4/51 762 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 91 reviews, Vibasa was rated 3.5 stars for this trip. Vibasa ticket prices on this trip start at US$53, with the trip lasting on average 484.

Vibasa San Sebastian Barcelona recent customer reviews

Driver was super agressive and rude. She was also checking her phone while driving.

Lucas D.

6 September 2020

Vibasa staff was very unhelpful: several buses were scheduled to leave for Barcelona at around the same time and none of the drivers knew about the others. This made it very confusing when passengers for bus 2 (my bus) were waiting to board. One driver was very agitated about the situation and even rude/loud with passengers. When bus 2 finally did arrive (apparently delayed due to weather conditions, but at no point were passengers officially informed about this), it left San Sebastian station more than an hour later than it was scheduled to. Passengers were totally lost as to whether our bus would arrive or not, and when.

Denyse D.

4 November 2019

The driver of the bus I took was okay, but one of the drivers we talked to earlier (driver of Bus no. 1) was very dismissive of passengers’ concerns and seemed very irritated when people were asking him about the status of the bus. The bus ride itself was okay; the bus was clean and I didn’t feel unsafe during the trip. The driver was much nicer than the driver of Bus No. 1. I just wish the WiFi password was given to us though. But that’s a minor thing.

Anna Patricia V.

4 November 2019

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San Sebastian to Barcelona Bus

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Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Barcelona?

Stops in San Sebastian

A - Donostia

B - Pío XII

C - Universidad

Stops in Barcelona

A - Estació del Nord de Barcelona

B - Barcelona Sants

C - Barcelona Airport

D - Carrer de Numància, 165

E - Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia

F - Zona Universitaria

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Sebastian - Barcelona

How much does a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Barcelona cost?
The bus ticket price from San Sebastian to Barcelona starts at US$45. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Sebastian to Barcelona is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from San Sebastian to Barcelona?
The average travel time between San Sebastian and Barcelona is around 13h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 402 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Sebastian and Barcelona?
The number of buses from San Sebastian to Barcelona can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Sebastian to Barcelona by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Sebastian to Barcelona?
When taking the bus from San Sebastian to Barcelona, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Vibasa.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Sebastian to Barcelona?
Buses travelling between San Sebastian and Barcelona leave from Donostia or Pío XII and arrive at Estació del Nord de Barcelona, Barcelona Sants, Barcelona Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$78

29/10

US$81

Today

US$136

31/10

US$96

01/11

US$89

02/11

US$109

03/11

US$63

04/11

US$60

The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Barcelona was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$60

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 Barcelona as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$60 to US$171 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Sebastian to Barcelona but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Sebastian to Barcelona, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Sebastian to Barcelona that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Sebastian to Barcelona, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to San Sebastian by bus?

Bus from Barcelona to San Sebastian

You can also go to Barcelona by train

Train from San Sebastian to Barcelona

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