Lucerne to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lucerne from Zurich?
The distance from Lucerne to Zurich is 25 miles (40.3 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located NNE of Lucerne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 32.2 miles, taking about 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in Switzerland.
This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Zurich. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Zurich
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
- You could travel this distance about 994.4 times to circle the Earth's equator