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Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from RUB 4,535.80, with the typical price for this route being about RUB 4,983.96. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Thu, Aug 28
    From RUB 4,901.97
  • Fri, Aug 29
    From RUB 5,405.47
  • Sat, Aug 30
    From RUB 5,830.49
  • Sun, Aug 31
    From RUB 7,129.55
  • Mon, Sep 1
    From RUB 4,535.80
  • Tue, Sep 2
    From RUB 4,535.80
  • Wed, Sep 3
    From RUB 4,535.80
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16:40
Donostia-San Sebastián
22:13
Madrid-Chamartín
5h 33m, Directrenfe
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16:52
Donostia-San Sebastián
22:13
Paris
5h 21m, Directrenfe
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Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín usually begin at RUB 4,535.80. The average travel time is about 5h 16m, spanning a distance of roughly 347 km. Intercit, renfe provides around 5 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
06:12
Last train
Last train
16:52
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
5h 16m
Distance
Distance
347 km
Price
Price
From RUB 4,535.80
Train Operators
Train Operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.

Spanish train offers

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín

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.

Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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