Bilbao to Florence, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

711 miles 1144.3 km · straight line
885 miles actual route 1424.2 km · driving distance
15h 14min estimated drive time
€139 - €171 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
82° E bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Florence, Italy?

The distance from Bilbao to Florence, Italy is 711 miles (1144.3 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Italy is located E of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 885 miles, taking about 15h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Florence, Italy 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. 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 Florence, Italy. 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 Florence, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 14min €139 - €171 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 17min $71–$133* Budget
Train ~19h 48min $106–$310* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Florence, Italy

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 237 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM