Lucerne to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lucerne from Vienna?

The distance from Lucerne to Vienna is 383.8 miles (617.6 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ENE of Lucerne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 460.5 miles, taking about 9h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Lucerne is in Switzerland, while Vienna is in Austria.

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 Vienna. 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.