Private transfer from Bilbao Airport to San Sebastián
Door to door from the arrivals hall to your hotel in San Sebastián, and back again. A fixed price from €250, a chauffeur based in Bilbao who tracks your flight, and about 1 h 10 on the AP-8 motorway.
- €250Sedan, one way, all-in
- 1 h 10About 100 km on the AP-8
- AlwaysFlight tracking and meet & greet
- Door to doorTo your hotel entrance
How much is a private transfer or taxi from Bilbao Airport to San Sebastián?
€250 one way for up to 3 guests in a Mercedes-Benz E-Class private taxi or a Tesla Model 3 Premium, and €350 in a Mercedes-Benz S-Class or a 7-seat V-Class. The price is per vehicle, not per person, and includes VAT, tolls and airport parking.
| Vehicle | Guests | Luggage | One way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class Private taxi | Up to 3 | 2 large + 1 carry-on | €250 |
| Tesla Model 3 Premium Electric | Up to 3 | 2 large + 2 carry-ons | €250 |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class Private taxi | Up to 3 | 2 large + 2 carry-ons | €350 |
| Mercedes-Benz V-Class Avantgarde Private taxi | Up to 7 | 5–6 large + 6 carry-ons | €350 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQV VIP Electric | Up to 6 | 5–6 large + 6 carry-ons | on request, with a supplement |
Same price in either direction. The EQV VIP is based in La Rioja, so on this route it is available only on request, at an additional price. Traveling with more than 7 guests? Ask us for a quote.
From the arrivals hall to San Sebastián in about 1 h 10
- We track your flightIf you land early or late, your pickup moves with your actual landing time, with no extra charge for delays.
- Turn right after baggage claimYour chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall, immediately to the right as you leave the baggage area, holding a tablet with your name or company logo.
- A short walk to your carThe vehicle is parked nearby in Express Parking 2, and your chauffeur takes care of your luggage.
- Straight to your hotelAbout 100 km (62 miles) on the AP-8 motorway to the door of your hotel or apartment in San Sebastián.
We confirm the meeting point and your chauffeur’s phone number before you travel. Times vary with traffic, weather and your exact address.
Door to door to San Sebastián’s classic hotels
We drive you to the entrance of any hotel, apartment or address in San Sebastián (Donostia). These are some of the hotels our guests stay at most often.
City center · Urumea River
Hotel Maria Cristina
The Belle Époque landmark of San Sebastián, open since 1912 and linked to the San Sebastián Film Festival since 1953. It stands on Paseo República Argentina, beside the Victoria Eugenia Theater and the mouth of the Urumea River.
La Concha Bay
Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra
A San Sebastián classic with some 150 years of history, on Zubieta Street in the heart of the city, with views over La Concha Bay.
Fishing port · Old Town
Lasala Plaza Hotel
An adults-only hotel in a 1917 building overlooking the fishing port, steps from the Old Town, with a rooftop pool and 360° views of the city.
Old Town apartments
Staying in the Parte Vieja?
Car access to much of the Old Town is restricted. We drop you at the closest point a car can reach and help you with your luggage to the door.
Recent arrivals at Hotel Maria Cristina
A local chauffeur on both ends of the route
Jesús María lives in Bilbao and handles our transfers between Bilbao Airport and San Sebastián. He speaks Spanish and English and is also the usual chauffeur of our Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
- Chilled still and sparkling water and fresh wipes on board; juices and snacks on request
- Multi-device charging cables and independent climate control
- Your choice of music, or a completely quiet ride after a long flight
- Vehicle and chauffeur confirmed before you travel
Combine San Sebastián with Rioja wine country
Multi-day routes
The Basque Coast and Rioja
Plan San Sebastián, Bilbao and Rioja wine country as one private route, with one chauffeur company from start to finish.
Wine tours
A day in Rioja
Private winery tours in Haro, Rioja Alavesa and the Sonsierra, with pickup at your hotel. Quoted on request from San Sebastián.
BIO · La Rioja
Bilbao Airport to La Rioja
Flying in for Rioja first? Fixed prices from €350 to Logroño, with about 1 h 10 to Haro.
All airports
Other airport transfers
Madrid, Logroño-Agoncillo, Vitoria, Pamplona, Biarritz and more, at fixed prices.
Bilbao Airport to San Sebastián FAQs
How much is a private transfer from Bilbao Airport to San Sebastián?
€250 one way for up to 3 guests in a Mercedes-Benz E-Class or Tesla Model 3 Premium, and €350 in a Mercedes-Benz S-Class or a 7-seat V-Class. Prices are per vehicle and include VAT, tolls and airport parking.
How long does it take to get from Bilbao Airport to San Sebastián?
About 1 h 10 for roughly 100 km (62 miles) on the AP-8 motorway. Times vary with traffic, weather and your exact address in San Sebastián.
Where will my chauffeur meet me at Bilbao Airport?
In the arrivals hall, immediately to the right as you leave the baggage claim area, holding a tablet with your name or company logo. The vehicle is parked nearby in Express Parking 2. We confirm the meeting point and your chauffeur’s contact details before you travel.
What happens if my flight is delayed or lands early?
We always track your flight in real time and adjust the pickup to your actual landing time, with no extra waiting charge for flight delays.
Which vehicle should I book?
For up to 3 guests with up to 2 large suitcases, the E-Class or the Tesla Model 3 at €250. For a VIP arrival, the S-Class at €350. For families and groups of up to 7, or more luggage, the V-Class at €350, with room for 5 to 6 large suitcases. We always confirm your luggage before travel.
Is the EQV VIP available for San Sebastián?
Only on request, at an additional price, because the EQV VIP is based in La Rioja. For groups of up to 7 on this route we recommend the V-Class.
Can you drop us at our hotel door, even in the Old Town?
Yes. We drive you to the entrance of hotels such as the Maria Cristina, de Londres y de Inglaterra and Lasala Plaza. Car access to much of the Parte Vieja is restricted, so for Old Town apartments we stop at the closest point a car can reach and help you with your luggage.
Is it a taxi or a private transfer?
It is a private transfer, booked in advance at a fixed price. Our E-Class, S-Class and V-Class are licensed private taxis and the Tesla Model 3 is a VTC private-hire vehicle. Either way, you skip the taxi line and know the price before you travel.
Do you also drive from San Sebastián to Bilbao Airport?
Yes, at the same price. Send us your flight details and we will plan the pickup time at your hotel around your departure.
Who will drive me?
Usually Jesús María, our Bilbao-based chauffeur, who handles our Bilbao Airport to San Sebastián transfers and speaks Spanish and English. Every RiojaBlack chauffeur speaks English. We confirm your vehicle and chauffeur before you travel.
Are there direct flights from the United States to Bilbao?
In summer, United Airlines has operated a seasonal nonstop route between New York/Newark and Bilbao, so check current schedules. The rest of the year, most US travelers connect through Madrid or another European hub. Whichever route you take, we track your flight.
Is the service available 24 hours a day?
Yes, by prior arrangement and subject to availability. We recommend booking early for early-morning and late-night flights.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations more than 48 hours before pickup are refunded, minus any non-refundable payment processing fee (typically around 2%). Cancellations within 48 hours, and no-shows, are charged 50% of the service price.
Send us your flight, we’ll be in arrivals
Send us your flight number, your hotel in San Sebastián, passengers and luggage, and we confirm your transfer at a fixed price.