Dresden to Warsaw: Road Trip Guide & Distance

322.2 miles 518.6 km · straight line
386.4 miles actual route 621.9 km · driving distance
6h 37min estimated drive time
€67 - €82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
73° ENE bearing direction

How far is Dresden from Warsaw?

The distance from Dresden to Warsaw is 322.2 miles (518.6 km) as the crow flies. Warsaw is located ENE of Dresden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.4 miles, taking about 6h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Dresden is in Germany, while Warsaw is in Poland.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Warsaw. 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 Warsaw

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 37min €67 - €82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 56min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~6h 17min $46–$135* Comfort

Quick Facts

Dresden
51.05°N, 13.74°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Warsaw
52.23°N, 21.01°E
Europe/Warsaw
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 107 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM