Cities Near Oviedo
Cities near Oviedo, Spain: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Avilés, Gijón, León. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Oviedo, Spain is Avilés, about 14 mi (23 km) away — roughly 27 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avilés | 14 mi / 23 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gijón | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| León | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ponferrada | 68 mi / 109 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Lugo | 90 mi / 144 km | 2 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Torrelavega | 90 mi / 145 km | 2 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Santander | 103 mi / 165 km | 2 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Palencia | 115 mi / 185 km | 2 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Ferrol | 120 mi / 193 km | 2 hr 48 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Ourense | 124 mi / 200 km | 2 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Oviedo
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Avilés, Gijón, León, Ponferrada, Lugo. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Oviedo
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Santander, Palencia, Ferrol, Ourense. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Oviedo include Avilés, Gijón, León, Ponferrada, Lugo. The closest is Avilés, about 14 miles (23 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.