Dresden to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

893.9 miles 1438.6 km · straight line
1411.4 miles actual route 2271.5 km · driving distance
24h 28min estimated drive time
€244 - €300 estimated fuel cost
~2h 18min flight time
181° S bearing direction

How far is Dresden from Palermo?

The distance from Dresden to Palermo is 893.9 miles (1438.6 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located S of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1411.4 miles, taking about 24h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 18min. Dresden is in Germany, while Palermo is in Italy.

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. 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. 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 Palermo. 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 Palermo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 28min €244 - €300 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 22min $113–$212* Budget
Train ~31h 48min $169–$494* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dresden & Palermo

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 298 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 74 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM