Athens, Greece to Dresden: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1026.1 miles 1651.4 km · straight line
1324.3 miles actual route 2131.2 km · driving distance
22h 40min estimated drive time
€235 - €290 estimated fuel cost
~2h 34min flight time
335° NNW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Dresden?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Dresden is 1026.1 miles (1651.4 km) as the crow flies. Dresden is located NNW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1324.3 miles, taking about 22h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Dresden 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. 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 Athens, Greece and Dresden. 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 Athens, Greece to Dresden

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 40min €235 - €290 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 12min $106–$199* Budget
Train ~29h 28min $159–$464* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Dresden

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 342 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM