Dresden to Ljubljana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

346.8 miles 558.1 km · straight line
416.1 miles estimated 669.7 km · driving distance
8h 22min estimated drive time
€72 - €88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
174° S bearing direction

How far is Dresden from Ljubljana?

The distance from Dresden to Ljubljana is 346.8 miles (558.1 km) as the crow flies. Ljubljana is located S of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 416.1 miles, taking about 8h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Dresden is in Germany, while Ljubljana is in Slovenia.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Ljubljana. 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 Ljubljana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 22min €72 - €88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 2min $33–$62* Budget
Train ~7h 57min $50–$146* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dresden & Ljubljana

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Ljubljana
46.06°N, 14.51°E
Europe/Ljubljana
295m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 116 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 71.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients