How much does a train ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid cost?

The average train ticket price from San Sebastian to Madrid is $66. The best way to find train tickets from San Sebastian to Madrid 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 train trip from San Sebastian to Madrid?

A train trip between San Sebastian and Madrid is around 5h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 219 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between San Sebastian and Madrid?

The number of trains from San Sebastian to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Sebastian to Madrid by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from San Sebastian to Madrid?

When taking the train from San Sebastian to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with Renfe.

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

Once in Madrid, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Prado Museum, Teleférico de Madrid, The Three Big Art Galleries - Paseo del Arte (Art Walk), Reina Sofia Museum, Puerta del Sol.

Train San Sebastian to Madrid from $26

Next train departures

Next departures for San Sebastian to Madrid on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:01am	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 54m	6:55pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	4:47pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 26m	10:13pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	1:55pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 47m	9:42pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	4:47pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 26m	10:13pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	4:47pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 26m	10:13pm	Madrid-Chamartin	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
Train	11:01am	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 54m	6:55pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	1:55pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 47m	9:42pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	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
Train	11:01am	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 54m	6:55pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	1:55pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 47m	9:42pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	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
Train	11:01am	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 54m	6:55pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	1:55pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 47m	9:42pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	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
Train	11:01am	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 54m	6:55pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	1:55pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 47m	9:42pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	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
Train	11:00am	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 55m	6:55pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	8:42am	San Sebastian, Donostia	5h 9m	1:51pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	1:55pm	San Sebastian, Donostia	7h 47m	9:42pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

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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

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5915 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Based on 915 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $29

Train and bus companies in ES:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Sebastian and Madrid?

Stops in San Sebastian

A - Donostia

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid-Chamartin

B - Madrid-Príncipe Pio

C - Madrid Puerta De Atocha

D - Madrid-Barajas Airport

E - Nuevos Ministerios

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

How much does a train ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid cost?
How long is the train trip from San Sebastian to Madrid?
How many daily trains are there between San Sebastian and Madrid?
Which train companies travel from San Sebastian to Madrid?
What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/15

$110

11/16

$101

Today

$61

11/18

No data

11/19

$61

11/20

$61

11/21

$61

11/22

$61

The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Madrid was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $134 for a train ticket from San Sebastian to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-11-21.