Bilbao to Stuttgart: Road Trip Guide & Distance

693.8 miles 1116.6 km · straight line
895 miles actual route 1440.3 km · driving distance
14h 53min estimated drive time
€140 - €173 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Stuttgart?

The distance from Bilbao to Stuttgart is 693.8 miles (1116.6 km) as the crow flies. Stuttgart is located NE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 895 miles, taking about 14h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart. 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 Stuttgart

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 53min €140 - €173 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 52min $72–$134* Budget
Train ~19h 21min $107–$313* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Stuttgart

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Stuttgart
48.78°N, 9.18°E
Europe/Berlin
245m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 231 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM