Brussels to Lausanne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brussels from Lausanne?

The distance from Brussels to Lausanne is 316.7 miles (509.7 km) as the crow flies. Lausanne is located SSE of Brussels. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Brussels is in Belgium, while Lausanne is in Switzerland.

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 Brussels 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.