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Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from QAR 215.65, with the typical price for this route being about QAR 234.15. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From QAR 215.65
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From QAR 343.76
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From QAR 343.76
  • Tue, Jun 24
    From QAR 343.76
  • Wed, Jun 25
    From QAR 343.76
  • Thu, Jun 26
    From QAR 343.76
  • Fri, Jun 27
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09:05
Barcelona-Sants
16:48
Donostia-San Sebastián
7h 43m, Changes requiredrenfe
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12:50
Barcelona-Sants
22:47
Donostia-San Sebastián
9h 57m, Changes requiredrenfe
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14:32
Barcelona-Sants
20:53
Paris
6h 21m, Directrenfe
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Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian Train Route Details

The Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian train ticket is typically from QAR 215.65. The average travel time is 6h 21m, covering a distance of approximately 250 miles. There are usually 3 daily trains provided by renfe. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
09:05
Last train
Last train
14:32
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
6h 21m
Distance
Distance
250 miles
Price
Price
From QAR 215.65
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

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.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains will receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for approval. Please 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, and a fee will apply.

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 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.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian

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.

Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian, 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.

Barcelona-Sants to San Sebastian 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.

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