Bilbao to Ghent: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bilbao from Ghent?

The distance from Bilbao to Ghent is 621.9 miles (1000.8 km) as the crow flies. Ghent is located NNE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 746.3 miles, taking about 15h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Ghent 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 Ghent. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.