How to travel from Reykjavik to San Sebastián, Spain

The distance between Reykjavik and San Sebastián is around 2,895km (1,799 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6hrs.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Reykjavik to San Sebastián by plane, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out San SebastiánReykjavik if you're planning a return trip.

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Bilbao (BIO) then take the bus to Donostiako Autobus Geltokia.

  • Duration7h 25m
  • Flight time5h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €340($340)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Fly to Biarritz (BIQ), Bus

Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Biarritz (BIQ) then take the bus to San Sebastian.

  • Duration6h 15m
  • Flight time5hrs
  • Typical cost
    €250($250)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Fly to Pamplona (PNA), Bus

Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Pamplona (PNA) then take the bus to San Sebastián / Donostia.

  • Duration7h 35m
  • Flight time5h 25m
  • Typical cost
    €365($365)
Operated by

Multiple operators

🚀 Fastest
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Fly

Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to San Sebastian (EAS).

  • Duration6hrs
  • Flight time5h 30m
  • Typical cost
    €285($285)
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Plane and Train

Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Pau (PUF) then take the train to Hendaye.

  • Duration8h 45m
  • Flight time5hrs
  • Typical cost
    €360($360)
Operated by

Multiple operators

💰 Cheapest
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Fly to Madrid (MAD), Train

Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Madrid (MAD) then take the train to San Sebastian/Donostia.

  • Duration10h 5m
  • Flight time4h 25m
  • Typical cost
    €235($235)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Fly to Bordeaux (BOD), Train

Fly from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Bordeaux (BOD) then take the train to Hendaye.

  • Duration8h 25m
  • Flight time4h 45m
  • Typical cost
    €255($255)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Reykjavik and San Sebastián

There are several options for getting from Reykjavik to San Sebastián by plane, bus and train. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around €235 ($235) and will take around 10h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €285 ($285).

The distance between Reykjavik and San Sebastián is around 2,895km (1,799 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,636km (1,638 miles)

It takes around 7h 25m to get from Reykjavik and San Sebastián by plane and bus.

The quickest way to get from Reykjavik to San Sebastián is to fly which takes around 6hrs and will set you back approx €285 ($285).

The cheapest way to travel between Reykjavik and San Sebastián is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around €235 ($235) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Reykjavik and San Sebastián. Flights depart from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) and arrive at San Sebastian (EAS) - via Madrid (MAD). The flight takes around 5h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Reykjavik to San Sebastián. There is however a flight that goes via Madrid (MAD). This services will take at least 6hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Reykjavik to San Sebastián typically takes around 5h 30m. Flights depart from Reykjavik Keflavik Nas (KEF) and and arrive into San Sebastian (EAS).

The closest major airport to San Sebastián is San Sebastian Airport (EAS) (EAS) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from San Sebastián. Bilbao Airport (BIO) (BIO) and Vitoria Airport (VIT) (VIT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Reykjavik to San Sebastián is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 7h 25m and will usually cost around €340 ($340).

How do I get from Reykjavik to San Sebastián

Compare travel optionsbetween Reykjavik and San Sebastián

Transport options from Reykjavik to San Sebastián
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus
7h 25m
€340($340)
hourly3,703km (2,301 miles)
Fly to Biarritz (BIQ), Bus
6h 15m
€250($250)
every 4 hours2,895km (1,799 miles)
Fly to Pamplona (PNA), Bus
7h 35m
€365($365)
every 20 mins3,332km (2,071 miles)
Fly
6hrs
€285($285)
hourly3,318km (2,062 miles)
Plane and Train
8h 45m
€360($360)
twice daily3,121km (1,939 miles)
Fly to Madrid (MAD), Train
10h 5m
€235($235)
every 20 mins3,499km (2,174 miles)
Fly to Bordeaux (BOD), Train
8h 25m
€255($255)
every 4 hours2,964km (1,842 miles)

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Airports near San Sebastián

The following major airports near San Sebastián offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Spain and internationally.

EAS
San Sebastian Airport (EAS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
16km (10 miles) from San Sebastián
BIO
Bilbao Airport (BIO)
International Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from San Sebastián
VIT
Vitoria Airport (VIT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from San Sebastián