Basel to Lucca: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Basel from Lucca?

The distance from Basel to Lucca is 292.7 miles (471.1 km) as the crow flies. Lucca is located SSE of Basel. By car, the driving distance is approximately 365.9 miles, taking about 7h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Basel is in Switzerland, while Lucca is in Italy.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Basel 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.