Interlaken to Lausanne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

59.5 miles 95.8 km · straight line
101.2 miles actual route 162.9 km · driving distance
1h 58min estimated drive time
CHF 20 - CHF 24 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
259° W bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Lausanne?

The distance from Interlaken to Lausanne is 59.5 miles (95.8 km) as the crow flies. Lausanne is located W of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 101.2 miles, taking about 1h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Interlaken 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 Interlaken to Lausanne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 58min CHF 20 - CHF 24 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 22min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 52min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Lausanne

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m 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 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 418.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM