Lausanne to Pisa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.6 miles 429.1 km · straight line
333.3 miles estimated 536.4 km · driving distance
6h 42min estimated drive time
CHF 65 - CHF 79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
135° SE bearing direction

How far is Lausanne from Pisa?

The distance from Lausanne to Pisa is 266.6 miles (429.1 km) as the crow flies. Pisa is located SE of Lausanne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.3 miles, taking about 6h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Lausanne is in Switzerland, while Pisa 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 Lausanne and Pisa. 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 Lausanne to Pisa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 42min CHF 65 - CHF 79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 2min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 22min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lausanne & Pisa

Quick Facts

Lausanne
46.52°N, 6.63°E
Europe/Zurich
495m elevation
Pisa
43.72°N, 10.40°E
Europe/Rome
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients