Barcelona to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

838.9 miles 1350 km · straight line
1108.3 miles actual route 1783.6 km · driving distance
18h 49min estimated drive time
€174 - €214 estimated fuel cost
~2h 11min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Barcelona from Vienna?

The distance from Barcelona to Vienna is 838.9 miles (1350 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located NE of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1108.3 miles, taking about 18h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 11min. Barcelona is in Spain, while Vienna is in Austria.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barcelona and Vienna. 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.

How to Get from Barcelona to Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 49min €174 - €214 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 35min $89–$166* Budget
Train ~24h 28min $133–$388* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barcelona & Vienna

Quick Facts

Barcelona
41.39°N, 2.17°E
Europe/Madrid
12m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 280 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 70 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM