Dresden to Leeds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

670 miles 1078.2 km · straight line
900 miles actual route 1448.4 km · driving distance
15h 38min estimated drive time
€155 - €191 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Dresden from Leeds?

The distance from Dresden to Leeds is 670 miles (1078.2 km) as the crow flies. Leeds is located WNW of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 900 miles, taking about 15h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. Dresden is in Germany, while Leeds is in United Kingdom.

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 Dresden and Leeds. 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 Leeds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 38min €155 - €191 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 46min $72–$135* Budget
Train ~20h 19min $108–$315* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dresden & Leeds

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 223 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM