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Distance from Baotou to Tehran

Straight line

5,071 km
3,151 mi · 2,738 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 50 min

Direction

WNW 284°
initial bearing

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How far is Baotou from Tehran?

Baotou (China) and Tehran (Iran) are very far apart: 5,071 km in a straight line, that is 3,151 miles or 2,738 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Baotou, Tehran lies to the west (initial bearing 284°). The route crosses from China into Iran. The halfway point is at 41.9936°, 79.6416°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 50 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 Baotou from Tehran?

The straight-line distance between Baotou and Tehran is 5,071 km (3,151 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tehran from Baotou?

Tehran is to the west of Baotou, at an initial bearing of 284°.

How long is the flight from Baotou to Tehran?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 50 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.