Interlaken to Lucerne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Interlaken from Lucerne?

The distance from Interlaken to Lucerne is 32.8 miles (52.8 km) as the crow flies. Lucerne is located NE of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 42.1 miles, taking about 1h 4min. 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 Interlaken and Lucerne. 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.