Bilbao to Gothenburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1188.3 miles 1912.4 km · straight line
1608.9 miles actual route 2589.3 km · driving distance
26h 41min estimated drive time
€252 - €311 estimated fuel cost
~2h 53min flight time
28° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Gothenburg?

The distance from Bilbao to Gothenburg is 1188.3 miles (1912.4 km) as the crow flies. Gothenburg is located NNE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1608.9 miles, taking about 26h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 53min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Gothenburg is in Sweden.

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 Gothenburg. 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 Gothenburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 41min €252 - €311 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 1min $129–$241* Budget
Train ~34h 41min $193–$563* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Gothenburg

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 396 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 99 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM