Avignon to Lucca: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283.7 miles 456.6 km · straight line
354.7 miles estimated 570.8 km · driving distance
7h 8min estimated drive time
€63 - €78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
90° E bearing direction

How far is Avignon from Lucca?

The distance from Avignon to Lucca is 283.7 miles (456.6 km) as the crow flies. Lucca is located E of Avignon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.7 miles, taking about 7h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Avignon is in France, while Lucca is in Italy.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Avignon and Lucca. 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 Avignon to Lucca

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 8min €63 - €78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 34min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 47min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Avignon & Lucca

Quick Facts

Avignon
43.95°N, 4.81°E
Europe/Paris
23m elevation
Lucca
43.84°N, 10.50°E
Europe/Rome
19m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients