Bilbao to Genoa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

596.9 miles 960.6 km · straight line
743.9 miles actual route 1197.2 km · driving distance
12h 40min estimated drive time
€117 - €144 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Genoa?

The distance from Bilbao to Genoa is 596.9 miles (960.6 km) as the crow flies. Genoa is located ENE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 743.9 miles, taking about 12h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Genoa 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bilbao and Genoa. 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 Genoa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 40min €117 - €144 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 12min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~16h 28min $89–$260* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Genoa

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Genoa
44.41°N, 8.95°E
Europe/Rome
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM