Interlaken to Siena: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.8 miles 463.1 km · straight line
359.7 miles estimated 578.9 km · driving distance
7h 14min estimated drive time
CHF 70 - CHF 86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
143° SE bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Siena?

The distance from Interlaken to Siena is 287.8 miles (463.1 km) as the crow flies. Siena is located SE of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.7 miles, taking about 7h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Interlaken is in Switzerland, while Siena 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 Siena. 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 Siena

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 14min CHF 70 - CHF 86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 41min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 52min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Siena

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m elevation
Siena
43.32°N, 11.33°E
Europe/Rome
322m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients