Lucerne to Stuttgart: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.9 miles 202.6 km · straight line
157.4 miles estimated 253.3 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
CHF 30 - CHF 37 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Lucerne from Stuttgart?

The distance from Lucerne to Stuttgart is 125.9 miles (202.6 km) as the crow flies. Stuttgart is located NNE of Lucerne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.4 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Lucerne is in Switzerland, while Stuttgart is in Germany.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lucerne and Stuttgart. 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 Lucerne to Stuttgart

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min CHF 30 - CHF 37 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 48min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lucerne & Stuttgart

Quick Facts

Lucerne
47.05°N, 8.31°E
Europe/Zurich
436m elevation
Stuttgart
48.78°N, 9.18°E
Europe/Berlin
245m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 197.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients