Interlaken to La Spezia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

202.3 miles 325.5 km · straight line
252.8 miles estimated 406.9 km · driving distance
5h 5min estimated drive time
CHF 49 - CHF 60 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
151° SSE bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from La Spezia?

The distance from Interlaken to La Spezia is 202.3 miles (325.5 km) as the crow flies. La Spezia is located SSE of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 252.8 miles, taking about 5h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Interlaken is in Switzerland, while La Spezia is in Italy.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Interlaken and La Spezia. 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.

How to Get from Interlaken to La Spezia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 5min CHF 49 - CHF 60 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 6min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 50min $30–$88* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & La Spezia

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
La Spezia
44.10°N, 9.82°E
Europe/Rome
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients