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Distance from Bamako to Sydney

Straight line

16,860 km
10,476 mi · 9,104 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 35 min

Direction

SE 142°
initial bearing

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How far is Bamako from Sydney?

Bamako (Mali) and Sydney (Australia) are very far apart: 16,860 km in a straight line, that is 10,476 miles or 9,104 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bamako, Sydney lies to the south-east (initial bearing 142°). The route crosses from Mali into Australia. The halfway point is at -43.5455°, 47.9113°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 35 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 Bamako from Sydney?

The straight-line distance between Bamako and Sydney is 16,860 km (10,476 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sydney from Bamako?

Sydney is to the south-east of Bamako, at an initial bearing of 142°.

How long is the flight from Bamako to Sydney?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 35 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.