Dresden to Interlaken: Road Trip Guide & Distance

402.5 miles 647.7 km · straight line
482.9 miles estimated 777.2 km · driving distance
9h 43min estimated drive time
€83 - €103 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Dresden from Interlaken?

The distance from Dresden to Interlaken is 402.5 miles (647.7 km) as the crow flies. Interlaken is located SW of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482.9 miles, taking about 9h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Dresden is in Germany, while Interlaken is in Switzerland.

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. 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 Dresden and Interlaken. 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.

How to Get from Dresden to Interlaken

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 43min €83 - €103 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 40min $39–$72* Budget
Train ~9h 14min $58–$169* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dresden & Interlaken

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 134 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients