There are 4 ways to get from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama by bus, train, taxi or car
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Recommended option
Bus • 1h 53m
Cheapest option
Taxi • 41 min
2 alternative options
Train, bus • 2h 13m
Drive • 41 min
Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama by train, walk and bus
The journey time between Donostia / San Sebastián and Zegama is around 2h 13m and covers a distance of around 59 km. This includes an average layover time of around 32 min. Operated by Renfe Cercanias, Renfe Viajeros and Lurraldebus Bilman, the Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama service departs from Estación de tren San Sebastián/Donostia and arrives in Farmazi. Typically 115 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama is to drive which costs €9 - €14 and takes 41 min.
The fastest way to get from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama is to taxi. Taking this option will cost €50 - €65 and takes 41 min.
No, there is no direct bus from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama. However, there are services departing from San Sebastian and arriving at Juan Telleria,6 via Arana Kalea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
The distance between Donostia / San Sebastián and Zegama is 46 km. The road distance is 55.5 km.
The best way to get from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama without a car is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs .
It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama, including transfers.
Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from San Sebastian station.
Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama bus services, operated by Lurraldebus Bilman, arrive at Juan Telleria,6 station.
Yes, the driving distance between Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama is 56 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama.
There are 18+ hotels available in Zegama. Prices start at €87 per night.
- Distance: 45.6 km
- Duration: 1h 53m
What companies run services between Donostia / San Sebastián, Spain and Zegama, Spain?
You can take a bus from Donostia / San Sebastián to Zegama via Ordizia and Arana Kalea in around 1h 53m.
This regional commuter train system (also known as Cercanías) connects Barcelona with Catalonia and the Barcelona metropolitan area, including popular destinations like Sitges and the Costa Brava. The network of routes mostly runs overground and connects to many Barcelona metro and bus stations. Trains run frequently, and tickets can be bought at station ticket machines on the day of travel. Two children per adult (up to 6 years) can travel for free. If you’re arriving or departing Barcelona on a domestic AVE or long-distance train, check your ticket for a 5-digit Combinado Cercanias code, which is redeemable for a free local ticket from the ticket machines.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Estación de tren San Sebastián/Donostia to Estación de tren Ordizia/Ordicia
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en/suburban
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Ordizia
- Ave. Duration
- 33 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from San Sebastian to Ordizia
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
- Phone
- 943 46 27 66
- Website
- web.bilmanbus.es
Bus from Arana Kalea to Juan Telleria,6
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Schedules at
- Lurraldebus Bilman
Bus from Arana Kalea to Farmazi
- Ave. Duration
- 44 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Schedules at
- Lurraldebus Bilman
- Ave. Duration
- 41 min
- Estimated price
- €50 - €65
Vallina Grupo
- Phone
- +34 943 40 40 40
- Website
- vallinagrupo.com
Taxi Donosti
- Phone
- +34 943 46 46 46
- Website
- taxidonosti.com
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