Lausanne to San Sebastián: Road Trip Guide & Distance

475.6 miles 765.4 km · straight line
570.7 miles estimated 918.5 km · driving distance
11h 29min estimated drive time
CHF 110 - CHF 136 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Lausanne from San Sebastián?

The distance from Lausanne to San Sebastián is 475.6 miles (765.4 km) as the crow flies. San Sebastián is located WSW of Lausanne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 570.7 miles, taking about 11h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Lausanne is in Switzerland, while San Sebastián is in Spain.

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 San Sebastián. 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 San Sebastián

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 29min CHF 110 - CHF 136 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 47min $46–$86* Budget
Train ~10h 55min $68–$200* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lausanne & San Sebastián

Quick Facts

Lausanne
46.52°N, 6.63°E
Europe/Zurich
495m elevation
San Sebastián
43.32°N, 1.98°W
Europe/Madrid
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 159 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients