Berlin to Chemnitz distance
The distance from Berlin (Germany) to Chemnitz (Germany) is 257 km by road, with a driving time of about 2 h 50 min. The straight-line distance is 191 km (119 miles); Chemnitz lies to the S of Berlin.
Reverse direction: Chemnitz to Berlin distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 191 km | 44 min |
| Car (road) | 257 km | 2 h 50 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Berlin to Chemnitz would cost roughly 522–700 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 257 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Berlin
Berlin is located in Berlin, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 52° 31′ 12.02″ N, 13° 24′ 17.83″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 52.52 |
| Longitude | 13.4 |
| Region | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 3,685,265 |
Chemnitz
Chemnitz is located in Sachsen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 50° 49′ 41.60″ N, 12° 55′ 15.08″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 50.83 |
| Longitude | 12.92 |
| Region | Sachsen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 245,618 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Berlin and Chemnitz is at 51.67° N, 13.16° E.
The nearest town is Herzberg (Elster), Landkreis Elbe-Elster, Brandenburg — about 96 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Berlin from Chemnitz?
By car it is 257 km, with a driving time of about 2 h 50 min. The straight-line distance between Berlin and Chemnitz is 191 kilometres (119 miles or 103 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Berlin to Chemnitz?
The driving distance is 257 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 2 h 50 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Chemnitz from Berlin?
Chemnitz lies to the S (190°) as seen from Berlin.
How long is a flight from Berlin to Chemnitz?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 44 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Berlin to Chemnitz cost?
Over 257 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Berlin to Chemnitz would cost roughly 522–700 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Berlin
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Berlin → Potsdam | 35 km |
| Berlin → Buckow | 68 km |
| Berlin → Bad Saarow | 73 km |
| Berlin → Wittenberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Rheinsberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Cottbus | 126 km |
| Berlin → Magdeburg | 156 km |
| Berlin → Halle (Saale) | 170 km |
Distances from Chemnitz
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Chemnitz → Dresden | 76 km |
| Chemnitz → Leipzig | 83 km |
| Chemnitz → Karlovy Vary | 88 km |
| Chemnitz → Jena | 109 km |
| Chemnitz → Weimar | 134 km |
| Chemnitz → Halle (Saale) | 136 km |
| Chemnitz → Erfurt | 152 km |
| Chemnitz → Prague | 161 km |