Bern to Lucerne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bern from Lucerne?

The distance from Bern to Lucerne is 41.2 miles (66.3 km) as the crow flies. Lucerne is located E of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 68.8 miles, taking about 1h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located 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. 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 Bern and Lucerne. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.