Florence, Italy to Lausanne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Florence, Italy from Lausanne?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Lausanne is 294.7 miles (474.2 km) as the crow flies. Lausanne is located NW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 368.3 miles, taking about 7h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, 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. 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 Florence, Italy 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.