Bilbao to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

988.6 miles 1591 km · straight line
1272.3 miles actual route 2047.6 km · driving distance
20h 57min estimated drive time
€200 - €246 estimated fuel cost
~2h 29min flight time
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Vienna?

The distance from Bilbao to Vienna is 988.6 miles (1591 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ENE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1272.3 miles, taking about 20h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 29min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Vienna is in Austria.

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 Vienna. 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 Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 57min €200 - €246 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 8min $102–$191* Budget
Train ~27h 14min $153–$445* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Vienna

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 330 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 82 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM