Barcelona to Bologna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Barcelona from Bologna?

The distance from Barcelona to Bologna is 510.9 miles (822.2 km) as the crow flies. Bologna is located ENE of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 704.5 miles, taking about 12h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Barcelona is in Spain, while Bologna is in Italy.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barcelona and Bologna. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.