Dresden to Düsseldorf: Road Trip Guide & Distance

302 miles 486.1 km · straight line
361.2 miles actual route 581.3 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
€62 - €77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is Dresden from Düsseldorf?

The distance from Dresden to Düsseldorf is 302 miles (486.1 km) as the crow flies. Düsseldorf is located W of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 361.2 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dresden and Düsseldorf. 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 Dresden to Düsseldorf

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min €62 - €77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dresden & Düsseldorf

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Düsseldorf
51.23°N, 6.77°E
Europe/Berlin
38m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 101 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM