Grindelwald to Lausanne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

67.3 miles 108.3 km · straight line
112.3 miles actual route 180.8 km · driving distance
2h 19min estimated drive time
CHF 22 - CHF 27 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
264° W bearing direction

How far is Grindelwald from Lausanne?

The distance from Grindelwald to Lausanne is 67.3 miles (108.3 km) as the crow flies. Lausanne is located W of Grindelwald. By car, the driving distance is approximately 112.3 miles, taking about 2h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Grindelwald 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 Grindelwald to Lausanne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 19min CHF 22 - CHF 27 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 47min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 12min $13–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grindelwald & Lausanne

Quick Facts

Grindelwald
46.62°N, 8.04°E
Europe/Zurich
1034m 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 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 370 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM