Dresden to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

599.2 miles 964.3 km · straight line
708.1 miles actual route 1139.6 km · driving distance
12h 29min estimated drive time
€122 - €150 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Dresden from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Dresden to London, United Kingdom is 599.2 miles (964.3 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located W of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 708.1 miles, taking about 12h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Dresden is in Germany, while London, United Kingdom 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dresden and London, United Kingdom. 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 London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 29min €122 - €150 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 59min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~16h 14min $85–$248* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dresden & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 200 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM