Bilbao to San Sebastián: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Bilbao from San Sebastián?
The distance from Bilbao to San Sebastián is 48.1 miles (77.4 km) as the crow flies. San Sebastián is located E of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 61.4 miles, taking about 1h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in Spain.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Bilbao and San Sebastián. 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 San Sebastián
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
- You could travel this distance about 517.8 times to circle the Earth's equator