Bilbao to La Spezia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bilbao from La Spezia?

The distance from Bilbao to La Spezia is 639.5 miles (1029.2 km) as the crow flies. La Spezia is located E of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 767.4 miles, taking about 15h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Bilbao is in Spain, while La Spezia 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 La Spezia. 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.