Copenhagen to Lucerne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Copenhagen from Lucerne?

The distance from Copenhagen to Lucerne is 623.4 miles (1003.2 km) as the crow flies. Lucerne is located SSW of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 748 miles, taking about 15h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Lucerne is in Switzerland.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Copenhagen and Lucerne. 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.