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How to get from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian

San Sebastian is a stunning resort town in the picturesque Bay of Biscay in Spain’s Basque Country. The world-famous Playa de la Concha and Playa de Ondarret beaches are a must-see in San Sebastian. You’ll also want to visit the cobblestoned old town, to sample the iconic pintxo bars with their local wines and regional pairings. 

There are two ways to get from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian; taxi or bus. A Biarritz Airport taxi will take around 50 minutes to reach San Sebastian and will cost approximately €120. The Flixbus, on the other hand, costs as little as €8 per ticket, but takes at least 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach the beaches of San Sebastian.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Taxi €120 50min 24/7
Bus €16 80min 10:55–22:30

How to get from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian by taxi

Taking a taxi from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian is the easiest and most reliable way to travel. Taxis are available 24 hours a day and take just 50 minutes to reach San Sebastian. The cost of a Biarritz taxi will be around €120, depending on the number of passengers and the time of year.

How much is a taxi from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian?

The average cost of a taxi from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian is €120. However, this fare isn’t set and is subject to change based on the number of passengers, if you’re travelling in high season or not, and the type of vehicle.

To secure a fixed-rate fare you can rely on for your transfer from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian, we recommend booking with Welcome Pickups in advance.

Cost

€120

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day from Biarritz Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Biarritz Airport?

Taxis are readily available outside of the arrivals terminal at Biarritz Airport. You won’t be able to miss the line of local taxis waiting as you exit the airport.

Convenience

If you’re looking for a transfer option that will always be available, no matter what time you land, taking an airport taxi or private transfer is the best option. They are available 24/7 and take just 50 minutes to take you directly to the door of your hotel in San Sebastian.

Editor’s Note

If you're landing in the afternoon, there won't be any buses running, so taking a taxi or pre-booking your transfer will be the only option to transfer from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastián.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price with your driver when you get in the taxi.
Pre-booking your taxi transfer can save you money.
Tipping your driver is expected. You can add around 10% to your fare for a long journey.

How to get the bus from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian

The Flixbus is available a few times a day and runs from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian. The journey time will be around 1 hour and 20 minutes and the cost of a single ticket on the bus from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian will be €8.

How much is the bus from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian?

The cost of a single ticket on the bus from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian will be around €8. If you book your tickets online in advance you can gain a cheaper fare.

Cost

€8

Trip Duration

1 Hr 20 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 5 hours for the Flixbus.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

The bus from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian leaves from 10:55 to 22:30.

Where do I find the bus at Biarritz Airport?

You will see the bus stops clearly marked at the coach station at Biarritz Airport. The Flixbus is bright green in colour.

Convenience

As there’s no train from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian, taking the bus is the only public transport option. If you’re travelling on a budget, the Flixbus is a good transfer option, but it’s not the most convenient due to its very infrequent service and longer journey time.

Timetables

Editor’s Note

The Flixbus doesn't run between the hours of 12:50 and 17:05, so you will need to find alternate transport if you land during these hours.

Useful Tips

Purchasing your bus tickets online in advance can save you money.
Be sure to purchase your bus ticket before you try to get on the bus.
There's luggage storage below the bus for items up to 20 KG.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian?

There are two different transfers from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian; taxi or bus. The Bizrritz Airpot taxis take 50 minutes and cost around €120, while the Flixbus costs just €8 per person but takes at least 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach San Sebastian.

Is there a direct bus from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian?

Yes, the Flixbus is a direct transfer option. As there’s no train from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian, taking the bus is the only public transportation option available. The journey time on the bus from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian is €8 and the journey time is around 1 hour and 20 minutes.

How far is it from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian?

The distance from Biarritz Airport to San Sebastian is around 48 km. Taking a Biarritz Airport taxi will take 50 minutes to reach the resort town, while the Flixbus will take closer to 1 hour and 20 minutes.

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