Dresden to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1397.2 miles 2248.5 km · straight line
1701.2 miles actual route 2737.8 km · driving distance
28h 1min estimated drive time
€294 - €361 estimated fuel cost
~3h 19min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Dresden from Lisbon?

The distance from Dresden to Lisbon is 1397.2 miles (2248.5 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located WSW of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1701.2 miles, taking about 28h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 19min. Dresden is in Germany, while Lisbon is in Portugal.

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 Lisbon. 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 Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 1min €294 - €361 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 37min $136–$255* Budget
Train ~36h 25min $204–$595* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dresden & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Lisbon
38.72°N, 9.14°W
Europe/Lisbon
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 466 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 116 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM