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Taking the train from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia in 9 hours 16 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 12 hours 32 minutes to travel the 535 km from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia start from $129.82 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to San Sebastián-Donostia? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia by train
It takes an average of 12h 32m to travel from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia by train, over a distance of around 333 miles (535 km). There are normally 8 trains per day traveling from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia and tickets for this journey start from $129.82 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:47 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 8:05 pm | |
| Departure station | Santiago de Compostela | |
| Arrival station | San Sebastián-Donostia | |
| Journey time | From 9h 16m | |
| Distance | 333 miles (535 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $129.82 | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia?
Want to know more about your journey from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
Is there a direct train from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia?
How far is San Sebastián-Donostia from Santiago de Compostela by train?
Can I get from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia without flying?
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia?
The price of train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to San Sebastián-Donostia starts at $129.82 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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