Davos to Lausanne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

153.2 miles 246.5 km · straight line
231.2 miles actual route 372 km · driving distance
4h 27min estimated drive time
CHF 45 - CHF 55 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Davos from Lausanne?

The distance from Davos to Lausanne is 153.2 miles (246.5 km) as the crow flies. Lausanne is located W of Davos. By car, the driving distance is approximately 231.2 miles, taking about 4h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in Switzerland.

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. 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. 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 Davos and Lausanne. 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.

How to Get from Davos to Lausanne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 27min CHF 45 - CHF 55 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 20min $18–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 14min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davos & Lausanne

Quick Facts

Davos
46.80°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1560m elevation
Lausanne
46.52°N, 6.63°E
Europe/Zurich
495m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 162.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM