Chemnitz to Dresden distance
The distance from Chemnitz (Germany) to Dresden (Germany) is 76 km by road, with a driving time of about 1 h 2 min. The straight-line distance is 62 km (39 miles); Dresden lies to the ENE of Chemnitz.
Reverse direction: Dresden to Chemnitz distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 62 km | 35 min |
| Car (road) | 76 km | 1 h 2 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Chemnitz to Dresden would cost roughly 160–211 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 76 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.
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 |
Dresden
Dresden is located in Sachsen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 3′ 1.47″ N, 13° 44′ 14.14″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.05 |
| Longitude | 13.74 |
| Region | Sachsen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 564,904 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Chemnitz and Dresden is at 50.94° N, 13.33° E.
The nearest town is Halsbrücke, Landkreis Mittelsachsen, Sachsen — about 31 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Chemnitz from Dresden?
By car it is 76 km, with a driving time of about 1 h 2 min. The straight-line distance between Chemnitz and Dresden is 62 kilometres (39 miles or 34 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Chemnitz to Dresden?
The driving distance is 76 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 1 h 2 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Dresden from Chemnitz?
Dresden lies to the ENE (66°) as seen from Chemnitz.
How long is a flight from Chemnitz to Dresden?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 35 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Chemnitz to Dresden cost?
Over 76 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Chemnitz to Dresden would cost roughly 160–211 € 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 Chemnitz
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Chemnitz → Wittenberg | 162 km |
Distances from Dresden
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Dresden → Cottbus | 105 km |
| Dresden → Leipzig | 113 km |
| Dresden → Halle (Saale) | 145 km |
| Dresden → Prague | 149 km |
| Dresden → Karlovy Vary | 170 km |
| Dresden → Wittenberg | 172 km |
| Dresden → Jena | 173 km |
| Dresden → Berlin | 191 km |