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Travel from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao by train in 4 hours 30 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao by train, look no further!
The average journey time from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao by train is 7 hours 51 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 30 minutes. Around 5 trains per day travel the 48 miles (78 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Bilbao.
Book train tickets from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £12.42. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao by train
It takes an average of 7h 51m to travel from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (78 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao and tickets for this journey start from £12.42 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:33 | |
| Departure station | San Sebastián-Donostia | |
| Arrival station | Bilbao | |
| Journey time | From 4h 30m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £12.42 | |
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FAQs about the train journey from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao
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Cheap train tickets from San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao
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 San Sebastián-Donostia to Bilbao 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.