Lausanne to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

460.7 miles 741.4 km · straight line
577.1 miles actual route 928.7 km · driving distance
10h 31min estimated drive time
CHF 112 - CHF 137 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Lausanne from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Lausanne to London, United Kingdom is 460.7 miles (741.4 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located NW of Lausanne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 577.1 miles, taking about 10h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Lausanne is in Switzerland, while London, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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. 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 Lausanne and London, United Kingdom. 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 Lausanne to London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 31min CHF 112 - CHF 137 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 37min $46–$87* Budget
Train ~9h 59min $69–$202* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lausanne & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Lausanne
46.52°N, 6.63°E
Europe/Zurich
495m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM