Flying is the obvious one, because you don’t have all week to lollygag through France. The problem is, San Sebastián airport (EAS) is tiny. It’s like a charming village post office trying to handle Black Friday crowds.
You’ll likely fly into Biarritz (just over the French border) or Bilbao (about an hour’s bus ride away). Ryanair and easyJet are your mates here, but be warned: the “budget” flight often feels like you’re paying to sit in a vibrating tube with a guy who’s already eating a tuna sandwich at 6 AM.
Once you land, the reward is immediate. You step out of Biarritz airport, and the smell of the Atlantic hits you. It’s like your nose just got a holiday. The bus to San Sebastián is a breezy 45 minutes, and you’ll spend it staring out the window, feeling smug about your life choices.
The “I Have Zero Luggage” Glow
If you can do this with just a backpack, you’ve basically won at life. The moment you walk from the bus station into the Old Town, you’re not just a tourist—you’re a conquistador of tapas. Your only struggle will be deciding between the jamón and the tortilla.
