Bilbao to Düsseldorf: Road Trip Guide & Distance

713 miles 1147.5 km · straight line
880.7 miles actual route 1417.4 km · driving distance
14h 43min estimated drive time
€138 - €170 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Düsseldorf?

The distance from Bilbao to Düsseldorf is 713 miles (1147.5 km) as the crow flies. Düsseldorf is located NE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 880.7 miles, taking about 14h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Düsseldorf is in Germany.

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 Bilbao and Düsseldorf. 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 Düsseldorf

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 43min €138 - €170 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 40min $70–$132* Budget
Train ~19h 8min $106–$308* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Düsseldorf

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Düsseldorf
51.23°N, 6.77°E
Europe/Berlin
38m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 238 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM