Bilbao to Brussels: Road Trip Guide & Distance

625.8 miles 1007.1 km · straight line
763.7 miles actual route 1229 km · driving distance
12h 59min estimated drive time
€120 - €147 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Brussels?

The distance from Bilbao to Brussels is 625.8 miles (1007.1 km) as the crow flies. Brussels is located NNE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 763.7 miles, taking about 12h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Brussels is in Belgium.

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 Bilbao and Brussels. 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 Brussels

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 59min €120 - €147 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 35min $61–$115* Budget
Train ~16h 53min $92–$267* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Brussels

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Brussels
50.85°N, 4.35°E
Europe/Brussels
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 209 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM