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Traveling from Bilbao to San Sebastián by train
Looking to travel from Bilbao to San Sebastián by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 50 minutes to travel from Bilbao to San Sebastián by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 77 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to San Sebastián, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Bilbao to San Sebastián start from $37.49 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to San Sebastián by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
Bilbao to San Sebastián by train
It takes an average of 5h 50m to travel from Bilbao to San Sebastián by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (77 km). There are normally 3 trains per day traveling from Bilbao to San Sebastián and tickets for this journey start from $37.49 when you book in advance.
| First train | 9:20 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 3:20 pm | |
| Departure station | Bilbao | |
| Arrival station | San Sebastián | |
| Journey time | From 4h 28m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (77 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $37.49 | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Bilbao to San Sebastián?
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Bilbao to San Sebastián?
The price of train tickets from Bilbao to San Sebastián starts at $37.49 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Choose a slower or connecting train
4. Look out for special deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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