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Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 18.090, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 18.860. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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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 KWD 18.090. The trip takes about 4h 55m on average, covering around 220 miles. 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
220 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 18.090
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

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 Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

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

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

When traveling from Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Madrid to Donostia-San Sebastián Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with 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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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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