Interlaken to Lucca: Road Trip Guide & Distance

234.6 miles 377.6 km · straight line
293.3 miles estimated 472 km · driving distance
5h 54min estimated drive time
CHF 57 - CHF 70 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Lucca?

The distance from Interlaken to Lucca is 234.6 miles (377.6 km) as the crow flies. Lucca is located SE of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 293.3 miles, taking about 5h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Interlaken is in Switzerland, while Lucca 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 Lucca. 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 Lucca

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 54min CHF 57 - CHF 70 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 5min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 36min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Lucca

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
Lucca
43.84°N, 10.50°E
Europe/Rome
19m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients