Lausanne to Prague: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lausanne from Prague?

The distance from Lausanne to Prague is 434.5 miles (699.2 km) as the crow flies. Prague is located NE of Lausanne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 521.3 miles, taking about 10h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Lausanne is in Switzerland, while Prague is in Czech Republic.

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. 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 Prague. 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.