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Taking the train from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia in 27 hours 8 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 27 hours 8 minutes to travel the 490 miles (788 km) from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia by train, although you can get there in as little as 27 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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 timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia by train

First train

17:45

Last train

17:45

Departure station

Sanremo

Arrival station

San Sebastián-Donostia

Journey time

From 27h 8m

Distance

490 miles (788 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

4 changes

FAQs about the train journey from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia

Want to know more about your journey from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia?

You can get from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia by train in 27 hours and 8 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 27 hours and 8 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia take?

The average journey time by train between Sanremo and San Sebastián-Donostia is 27 hours and 8 minutes, with around 1 train per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Sanremo and San Sebastián-Donostia by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia is 27 hours and 8 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia?

No, there are no direct train services from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia. Travelling from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia train times

Check out the next trains departing from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia for Tuesday 6th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
16:4519:5327h 8m, 4 changes

Cheap train tickets from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Sanremo to San Sebastián-Donostia by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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