How do I get from San Sebastian to Barcelona without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from San Sebastian to Barcelona. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

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

The travel time from San Sebastian to Barcelona is about 16h 45m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 13h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 250 miles (402 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is San Sebastian from Barcelona?

The distance separating San Sebastian and Barcelona is 250 miles (402 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from San Sebastian to Barcelona leave from Donostia and arrive at Estació del Nord de Barcelona. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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

You can expect to pay around $68 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $44 and $226, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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

Once in Barcelona, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Casa Mila, Parc del Laberint, Casa Batllo, Beaches: Mar Bella & de Bogatell and Flamenco Dance Classes.

San Sebastian to Barcelona Bus Tickets

TodayApr 26

from $85

TomorrowApr 27

from $101

MonApr 28

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

from $74

ThuMay 1

from $63

FriMay 2

from $65

SatMay 3

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 8:10am
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: April 28 at 1:00am
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Nord
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 50m
Departure time: April 27 at 12:40am
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: April 27 at 7:25pm
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Nord
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 45m
Departure time: April 27 at 11:35am
Departure city: San Sebastian
Departure location: Donostia
Arrival time: April 28 at 6:10am
Destination city: Barcelona
Destination location: Nord
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 35m

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Compare 3 ways to go from San Sebastian to Barcelona.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $226	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$34 - $121	Average Duration6h 7m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$23 - $97	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from San Sebastian to Barcelona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest ticket

17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Sebastian to Barcelona: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$68

Average bus trip duration16h 45m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure12:40am

Distance249 miles (401 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,404 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

Vibasa

4/51,385 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

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 $47.00, with the trip lasting on average 8h.

Vibasa San Sebastian Barcelona recent customer reviews

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

Lucas D.

September 6, 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.

November 4, 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.

November 4, 2019

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Grupo Samar, Infobus

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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 - Zona Universitaria

F - Passeig de Gràcia, 36

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Sebastian - Barcelona

How do I get from San Sebastian to Barcelona without flying?
How long is the bus trip from San Sebastian to Barcelona?
How far is San Sebastian from Barcelona?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Sebastian to Barcelona?
How much does a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Barcelona cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Barcelona?

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

Best price found

04/24

$112

04/25

$85

Today

$85

04/27

$101

04/28

$65

04/29

$51

04/30

$75

05/01

$63

The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Barcelona was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $51

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 $51 to $123 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 $51 which is on 2025-04-29.

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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.

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Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Barcelona?

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Sebastian - Barcelona

How do I get from San Sebastian to Barcelona without flying?

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

How far is San Sebastian from Barcelona?

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

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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