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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Donostia | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Donostia | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Donostia | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Donostia | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Donostia | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Zürich to San Sebastian
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach San Sebastian. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$83 - $262 | Average Duration23h 50m | 23kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$99 - $99 | Average Duration12h 50m | 39kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and San Sebastian?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
- B
Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain - C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to San Sebastian by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to San Sebastian?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to San Sebastian start from $83. The average price for this route is around $184. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Zürich to San Sebastian?
The average bus travel time from Zürich to San Sebastian is 23h 50m, covering a distance of 937 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to San Sebastian route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to San Sebastian?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to San Sebastian at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to San Sebastian?
A bus trip from Zürich to San Sebastian generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Zürich to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to San Sebastian?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zürich to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to San Sebastian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to San Sebastian was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to San Sebastian, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $153 to $262 for a bus ticket from Zürich to San Sebastian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2025-12-16.
