How far are Switzerland's cities from the sea?
Of the 2 cities in Switzerland MapGO measured, Zurich is the farthest from the sea (327 km (203 miles)) and Geneva the closest (279 km (173 miles)).
Farthest from the sea first
| City | Region | To the coast | Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zurich | Zürich | 327 km (203 miles) | Far inland |
| Geneva | Genève | 279 km (173 miles) | Far inland |
Straight-line distance from each city centre to the nearest point on the coast, measured October 8, 2026.
How far are you from the sea?
Measure from where you are standing. On a phone this uses GPS, so the answer is for your exact spot.
Questions
Which city in Switzerland is farthest from the sea?
Of the 2 cities measured, Zurich is the farthest from the coast: 327 km (203 miles) in a straight line.
Which city in Switzerland is closest to the sea?
Geneva, 279 km (173 miles) from the nearest shoreline in a straight line.
Are these driving distances?
No. Each figure is the straight-line distance from the city centre to the nearest point on the coast. The drive to a beach is longer and depends on the roads.
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