Annecy to Dresden: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Annecy from Dresden?

The distance from Annecy to Dresden is 497.6 miles (800.8 km) as the crow flies. Dresden is located NE of Annecy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 597.1 miles, taking about 12h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Annecy is in France, while Dresden is in Germany.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Annecy and Dresden. 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.