Lucerne to Prague: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lucerne from Prague?

The distance from Lucerne to Prague is 349.4 miles (562.3 km) as the crow flies. Prague is located NE of Lucerne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 419.3 miles, taking about 8h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Lucerne 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 Lucerne 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.