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Shortest travel time:
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Longest travel time:
7 h 58 m
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Avg. weekly departures:
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Earliest departure:
07:20
Latest departure:
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Madrid
Stations (5)
The lively capital of Spain boasts quite a few busy train hubs. Check out everything you need to know about railway stations in Madrid.
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Madrid train stations
Pta. Atocha - Almudena Grandes
Plaza Emperador Carlos V, 28045, Madrid, Spain
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Chamartin
Agustín de Foxá, 40, Madrid, Spain
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Madrid - Atocha Cercanias
28045 , Madrid, Spain
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Principe Pio
Paseo del Rey, 1092, Madrid, Spain
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Madrid Estacion Sur
Calle Méndez Álvaro 84, 28045, Madrid, Spain
462 km
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San Sebastian
Station (1)
San Sebastian train station
San Sebastian railway station
De Francia Ibilbidea, 22, 20012 , Donostia, Spain
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Madrid to San Sebastian Train Information

Eager to explore the northern coast of sun-kissed Spain? Then hop on the modern train from Madrid to San Sebastian run by Renfe and enjoy the fast and safe connection between these two fantastic resort towns. All trains operating on this railway line offer excellent onboard amenities so that you will travel all the way in high-class comfort. What is more, the route of Madrid to San Sebastian train also passes through the scenic city of Zaragoza, so you have a great chance to appreciate the allure of picturesque Spain in one trip! With the help of Rail Ninja, you can easily plan your upcoming adventure: check out Madrid to San Sebastian train schedule, choose the preferred departure time, and book your tickets in a few clicks!

Is there a high-speed train from San Sebastian to Madrid?

Yes, you can take Alvia high-speed train. It departs from Puerta de Atocha in Madrid and arrives at San Sebastian in 5 hours. But remember that there is only one departure per week. So don't forget to check the detailed San Sebastian high-speed train timetable.

How do I get from San Sebastian to Madrid by train?

Traveling by railway is among the most convenient options. Just make sure to check the detailed San Sebastian to Madrid train schedule, then book your tickets, and enjoy an amazing train ride across charming Spain. Your journey will take 5 hours, so you'll have some time to rest.

Madrid to San Sebastian Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures per week
Morning trains
5 hrs 23 min
7 hrs 42 min
07:20
10:15
21
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Afternoon trains
4 hrs 55 min
7 hrs 58 min
12:25
17:37
47
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Trains from Madrid to San Sebastian

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures per week
Rating
AVE
Train with 1 change
6 hrs 23 min
$87
5
Renfe
Alvia
High-speed train
5 hrs 10 min
$44
14
Renfe
Alvia
Train with 1 change
6 hrs 3 min
$81
13
Renfe
Avant
Train with 1 change
6 hrs 30 min
$93
8
Renfe
Renfe
Express train
7 hrs 42 min
$86
14
Renfe
Renfe
Train with 1 change
7 hrs 16 min
$109
6
Renfe
Renfe
Intercity train
4 hrs 55 min
$57
6
Renfe
AVE INT
Train with 1 change
7 hrs 28 min
$138
1
Renfe
Renfe
Train with 1 change
7 hrs 52 min
$114
1
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Madrid to San Sebastian Train Review & Rating

Always wanted to go to Northern Spain, this rail ride up north was very scenic.

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