How far is it from Balerna to Mels?

The distance between Balerna and Mels is 198 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Balerna to Mels?

The drive from Balerna to Mels takes approximately 2 h 35 min by car.

The fastest route from Balerna to Mels covers 198 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 35 min.

Mels lies roughly to the north of Balerna.

The drive from Balerna to Mels mainly follows A2, A13. The longest single stretch is 137 km on A13.

Towns on the route from Balerna to Mels include Lugano, Locarno, Chur.

Distance: 198 kmDrive time: 2 h 35 min

Driving from Balerna to Mels takes about 2 h 35 min via A13. The distance is 198 km. The straight-line distance is 138 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Vacallo, Isone, Rheinwald, Rongellen, Fläsch. Driving directions

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The return trip from Mels to Balerna covers roughly the same distance, 198 km.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

How far is it from Balerna to Mels?: The distance between Balerna and Mels is 198 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Balerna to Mels?: The drive from Balerna to Mels takes approximately 2 h 35 min by car.
What is the best route from Balerna to Mels?: The fastest route from Balerna to Mels covers 198 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 35 min.
Which direction is Mels from Balerna?: Mels lies roughly to the north of Balerna.
Which roads does the route from Balerna to Mels follow?: The drive from Balerna to Mels mainly follows A2, A13. The longest single stretch is 137 km on A13.
Which towns do you pass between Balerna and Mels?: Towns on the route from Balerna to Mels include Lugano, Locarno, Chur.