Nuremberg to San Sebastián: Road Trip Guide & Distance

751.3 miles 1209.1 km · straight line
901.5 miles estimated 1450.9 km · driving distance
18h 8min estimated drive time
€156 - €192 estimated fuel cost
~2h 1min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Nuremberg from San Sebastián?

The distance from Nuremberg to San Sebastián is 751.3 miles (1209.1 km) as the crow flies. San Sebastián is located WSW of Nuremberg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 901.5 miles, taking about 18h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 1min. Nuremberg is in Germany, while San Sebastián is in Spain.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Nuremberg and San Sebastián. 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 Nuremberg to San Sebastián

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 8min €156 - €192 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 46min $72–$135* Budget
Train ~23h 34min $108–$316* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nuremberg & San Sebastián

Quick Facts

Nuremberg
49.45°N, 11.08°E
Europe/Berlin
309m elevation
San Sebastián
43.32°N, 1.98°W
Europe/Madrid
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 250 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 63 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients