Bilbao to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

533.2 miles 858.1 km · straight line
639.8 miles estimated 1029.7 km · driving distance
12h 52min estimated drive time
€100 - €124 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Southampton?

The distance from Bilbao to Southampton is 533.2 miles (858.1 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located N of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 639.8 miles, taking about 12h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Southampton 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 52min €100 - €124 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 26min $51–$96* Budget
Train ~16h 44min $77–$224* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Southampton

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 178 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients