Bilbao to Nuremberg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

791.4 miles 1273.6 km · straight line
1004.9 miles actual route 1617.2 km · driving distance
16h 28min estimated drive time
€158 - €194 estimated fuel cost
~2h 6min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Nuremberg?

The distance from Bilbao to Nuremberg is 791.4 miles (1273.6 km) as the crow flies. Nuremberg is located NE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1004.9 miles, taking about 16h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Nuremberg is in Germany.

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 Nuremberg. 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 Nuremberg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 28min €158 - €194 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 46min $80–$151* Budget
Train ~21h 24min $121–$352* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Nuremberg

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Nuremberg
49.45°N, 11.08°E
Europe/Berlin
309m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 264 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM