Berlin to Lausanne by bus
Lausanne lies 827 km (514 mi) south-west of Berlin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 15 h 6 min including stops, over roughly 1,009 km (627 mi) of road.
| Berlin | Lausanne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Switzerland |
| Population | 3.4 million | 139,111 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 453 m (1,486 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Postal codes | 10115–14199 | 1001–1019 |
What changes when you arrive in Lausanne
Crossing from Germany into Switzerland: money changes from the Euro to the Franc (CHF); sockets are Euro, SN 441011; the dialling code becomes +41; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Berlin to Lausanne
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Staying in Lausanne
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Common questions
How far is Lausanne from Berlin?
827 km (514 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Berlin; by road roughly 1,009 km (627 mi).
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Lausanne by bus?
About 15 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Berlin and Lausanne?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Lausanne?
The Franc (CHF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.