Day trip from Braunschweig to Wolfsburg
Wolfsburg lies 24 km (15 mi) north-east of Braunschweig, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 24 km (15 mi) apart, Wolfsburg is a realistic day trip from Braunschweig: about 24 min each way by road.
| Braunschweig | Wolfsburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 244,715 | 123,064 |
| Elevation | 72 m (236 ft) | 65 m (213 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 38023–38126 | 38440–38448 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Wolfsburg
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Staying in Wolfsburg
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Common questions
How far is Wolfsburg from Braunschweig?
24 km (15 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Braunschweig; by road roughly 30 km (18 mi).
How long does it take to get from Braunschweig to Wolfsburg by road?
About 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Braunschweig and Wolfsburg?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.