Bilbao to Reading, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

573.5 miles 922.9 km · straight line
688.2 miles estimated 1107.5 km · driving distance
13h 51min estimated drive time
€108 - €133 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bilbao to Reading, United Kingdom is 573.5 miles (922.9 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located N of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 688.2 miles, taking about 13h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Reading, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Reading, United Kingdom. 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.

How to Get from Bilbao to Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 51min €108 - €133 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 37min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~18h 0min $83–$241* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients