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Taking the train from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia in 31 hours 43 minutes

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

It usually takes around 37 hours 33 minutes to travel the 720 miles (1159 km) from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia by train, although you can get there in as little as 31 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 5 trains 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 Venezia Santa Lucia 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.

Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia by train

First train

12:48

Last train

20:10

Departure station

Venezia Santa Lucia

Arrival station

San Sebastián-Donostia

Journey time

From 31h 43m

Distance

720 miles (1159 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train and bus operators

Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia

Want to know more about your journey from Venezia Santa Lucia 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 Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia?

You can get from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia by train in 37 hours and 33 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 31 hours and 43 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia take?

The average journey time by train between Venezia Santa Lucia and San Sebastián-Donostia is 37 hours and 33 minutes, with around 5 trains 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 Venezia Santa Lucia and San Sebastián-Donostia by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia is 31 hours and 43 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia?

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

Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia train times

Check out the next trains departing from Venezia Santa Lucia to San Sebastián-Donostia for Tuesday 8th April 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:4819:5332h 5m, 4 changes
12:1019:5331h 43m, 6 changes
15:1809:4842h 30m, 8 changes
18:4811:4340h 55m, 5 changes
19:1011:4340h 33m, 6 changes

Cheap train tickets from Venezia Santa Lucia 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 Venezia Santa Lucia 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!

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

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