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San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from 431,79 kr, with the typical price for this route being about 541,97 kr. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • fre, 20 juni
    From 431,79 kr
  • lör, 21 juni
    From 749,35 kr
  • sön, 22 juni
    From 749,35 kr
  • mån, 23 juni
    From 749,35 kr
  • tis, 24 juni
    From 749,35 kr
  • ons, 25 juni
    From 749,35 kr
  • tors, 26 juni
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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07:02
Donostia-San Sebastián
13:09
Barcelona-Sants
6h 7m, Directrenfe
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14:00
Donostia-San Sebastián
21:39
Barcelona-Sants
7h 39m, Changes requiredrenfe
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14:00
Donostia-San Sebastián
22:13
Paris
8h 13m, Changes requiredrenfe
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San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

The train ticket from San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants typically costs from 431,79 kr. The journey averages 6h 7m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 402 km. renfe generally offers 3 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
07:02
Last train
Last train
14:00
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
6h 7m
Distance
Distance
402 km
Price
Price
From 431,79 kr
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and 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 Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

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.

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 San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring 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.

San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

For a trip from San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

San Sebastian to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage 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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