Annecy to Lausanne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

49.2 miles 79.1 km · straight line
63.9 miles estimated 102.8 km · driving distance
1h 17min estimated drive time
€11 - €14 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Annecy from Lausanne?

The distance from Annecy to Lausanne is 49.2 miles (79.1 km) as the crow flies. Lausanne is located NNE of Annecy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 63.9 miles, taking about 1h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Annecy is in France, while Lausanne is in Switzerland.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Annecy and Lausanne. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Annecy to Lausanne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 17min €11 - €14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 32min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Annecy & Lausanne

Quick Facts

Annecy
45.90°N, 6.13°E
Europe/Paris
448m elevation
Lausanne
46.52°N, 6.63°E
Europe/Zurich
495m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 506.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients