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Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from KWD 18.460, with the typical price for this route being about KWD 18.860. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 23.070
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 25.960
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 24.400
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From KWD 21.950
  • Tue, Jun 24
    From KWD 18.460
  • Wed, Jun 25
    From KWD 18.460
  • Thu, Jun 26
    From KWD 22.690
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07:20
Madrid-Chamartín
12:43
Donostia-San Sebastián
5h 23m, Directrenfe
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10:15
Madrid-Chamartín
16:48
Donostia-San Sebastián
6h 33m, Changes requiredrenfe
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13:40
Madrid-Chamartín
20:23
Donostia-San Sebastián
6h 43m, Changes requiredrenfe
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17:37
Madrid-Chamartín
22:47
Paris
5h 10m, Directrenfe
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Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián usually begin at KWD 18.460. The average travel time is about 5h 10m, spanning a distance of roughly 216 miles. renfe provides around 4 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
07:20
Last train
Last train
17:37
Departure station
Departure station
Journey time
Journey time
5h 10m
Distance
Distance
216 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 18.460
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Madrid-Chamartín to Donostia-San Sebastián Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    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.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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