Bristol, United Kingdom to Dresden: Road Trip Guide & Distance

705.1 miles 1134.7 km · straight line
833.9 miles actual route 1342 km · driving distance
14h 12min estimated drive time
£126 - £156 estimated fuel cost
~1h 55min flight time
86° E bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Dresden?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Dresden is 705.1 miles (1134.7 km) as the crow flies. Dresden is located E of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 833.9 miles, taking about 14h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Bristol, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, 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. 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 Bristol, United Kingdom 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 Bristol, United Kingdom to Dresden

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 12min £126 - £156 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 2min $67–$125* Budget
Train ~18h 28min $100–$292* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Dresden

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m 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 235 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM