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Distance from Baghdad to Gherla

Straight line

2,301 km
1,430 mi · 1,243 NM

By road

3,191 km
1,983 mi

Travel time

38 h 2 min
flight ≈ 3 h 23 min

Direction

NW 318°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Gherla?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Gherla (Romania) are quite far apart: 2,301 km in a straight line, that is 1,430 miles or 1,243 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Baghdad to Gherla is 3,191 km (1,983 miles), about 38 h 2 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 39% longer than the straight line.

From Baghdad, Gherla lies to the north-west (initial bearing 318°). The route crosses from Iraq into Romania. The halfway point is at 40.6365°, 35.2086°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 23 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Baghdad from Gherla?

By road it is 3,191 km (1,983 miles) from Baghdad to Gherla; in a straight line it is 2,301 km (1,430 miles).

How long is the drive from Baghdad to Gherla?

About 38 h 2 min on the fastest route (3,191 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Gherla from Baghdad?

Gherla is to the north-west of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 318°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Gherla?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 23 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.