Geneva, Switzerland to Lausanne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

31.9 miles 51.4 km · straight line
40.1 miles actual route 64.5 km · driving distance
51min estimated drive time
CHF 8 - CHF 10 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
47° NE bearing direction

How far is Geneva, Switzerland from Lausanne?

The distance from Geneva, Switzerland to Lausanne is 31.9 miles (51.4 km) as the crow flies. Lausanne is located NE of Geneva, Switzerland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 40.1 miles, taking about 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in Switzerland.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Geneva, Switzerland 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 Geneva, Switzerland to Lausanne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 51min CHF 8 - CHF 10 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Geneva, Switzerland & Lausanne

Quick Facts

Geneva, Switzerland
46.20°N, 6.14°E
Europe/Zurich
375m 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 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 779.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM