Bilbao to Birmingham, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

639.1 miles 1028.5 km · straight line
888.3 miles actual route 1429.6 km · driving distance
20h 3min estimated drive time
€139 - €172 estimated fuel cost
~1h 47min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Birmingham, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bilbao to Birmingham, United Kingdom is 639.1 miles (1028.5 km) as the crow flies. Birmingham, United Kingdom is located N of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 888.3 miles, taking about 20h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Birmingham, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Bilbao and Birmingham, United Kingdom. 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 Bilbao to Birmingham, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 3min €139 - €172 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 4min $71–$133* Budget
Train ~26h 4min $107–$311* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Birmingham, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 213 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM