Davos to Lucerne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

74.1 miles 119.2 km · straight line
106.3 miles actual route 171 km · driving distance
2h 16min estimated drive time
CHF 21 - CHF 25 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Davos from Lucerne?

The distance from Davos to Lucerne is 74.1 miles (119.2 km) as the crow flies. Lucerne is located WNW of Davos. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.3 miles, taking about 2h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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. 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 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.

How to Get from Davos to Lucerne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 16min CHF 21 - CHF 25 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 43min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 9min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davos & Lucerne

Quick Facts

Davos
46.80°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1560m elevation
Lucerne
47.05°N, 8.31°E
Europe/Zurich
436m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 336.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM