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Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at 568,29 kr, with the average cost for this route around 487,55 kr. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • tors, 19 juni
    From 843,32 kr
  • fre, 20 juni
    From 620,46 kr
  • lör, 21 juni
    From 568,29 kr
  • sön, 22 juni
    From 568,29 kr
  • mån, 23 juni
    From 568,29 kr
  • tis, 24 juni
    From 568,29 kr
  • ons, 25 juni
    From 568,29 kr
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07:20
Madrid-Chamartín
12:43
Donostia-San Sebastián
5h 23m, Directrenfe
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09:06
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
16:48
Donostia-San Sebastián
7h 42m, Directrenfe
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10:15
Madrid-Chamartín
16:48
Donostia-San Sebastián
6h 33m, Changes requiredrenfe
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12:25
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
20:18
Donostia-San Sebastián
7h 53m, Directrenfe
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14:46
Madrid-Chamartín
19:41
Donostia-San Sebastián
4h 55m, DirectIntercit
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14:47
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:53
Paris
6h 6m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián, train tickets usually start at 568,29 kr. The trip takes about 4h 55m on average, covering around 354 km. Intercit, renfe typically runs 7 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
07:20
Last train
Last train
17:37
Departure station
Departure station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 55m
Distance
Distance
354 km
Price
Price
From 568,29 kr
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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