How to get from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid
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We compared the ways to travel from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 50m by train with no transfer. The two cities are about 353 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 7, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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- 1San Sebastián-Donostia → Madridtrain
Renfe·6h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Departures from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid
Renfe runs 5 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:15 and the last at 15:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfetrain | 5 | 05:15 | 15:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Renfe; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid works
Start with a Renfe train from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid, about 6h 50m. In total it's roughly €92 over 6h 50m, direct, no transfers.
San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid?
The most useful route takes about 6h 50m by train, with no transfer.
How far is Madrid from San Sebastián-Donostia?
About 353 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €92. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Renfe.
What is the cheapest way to get from San Sebastián-Donostia to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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