Bilbao to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bilbao from Palermo?

The distance from Bilbao to Palermo is 922.9 miles (1485.3 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located ESE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1609.2 miles, taking about 28h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 21min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Palermo 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. 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 Palermo. 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.