Driving from Lausanne to Bern
Bern lies 79 km (49 mi) north-east of Lausanne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 12 min without stops, over roughly 96 km (60 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Lausanne | Bern | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland | Switzerland |
| Population | 139,111 | 121,631 |
| Elevation | 453 m (1,486 ft) | 549 m (1,801 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zurich) |
| Postal codes | 1001–1019 | 3000–3030 |
Where to book car hire from Lausanne to Bern
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Staying in Bern
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Common questions
How far is Bern from Lausanne?
79 km (49 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lausanne; by road roughly 96 km (60 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lausanne to Bern by car?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lausanne and Bern?
No, both are on Europe/Zurich at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.