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Distance from Bielefeld to Chemnitz

Straight line

333 km
207 mi · 180 NM

By road

424 km
264 mi

Travel time

4 h 25 min
flight ≈ 55 min

Direction

ESE 112°
initial bearing

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How far is Bielefeld from Chemnitz?

Bielefeld (Germany) and Chemnitz (Germany) are a medium distance apart: 333 km in a straight line, that is 207 miles or 180 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Bielefeld to Chemnitz is 424 km (264 miles), about 4 h 25 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 27% longer than the straight line.

From Bielefeld, Chemnitz lies to the east (initial bearing 112°). Both cities are in Germany. The halfway point is at 51.4551°, 10.7601°.

A direct flight would take about 55 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 Bielefeld from Chemnitz?

By road it is 424 km (264 miles) from Bielefeld to Chemnitz; in a straight line it is 333 km (207 miles).

How long is the drive from Bielefeld to Chemnitz?

About 4 h 25 min on the fastest route (424 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Chemnitz from Bielefeld?

Chemnitz is to the east of Bielefeld, at an initial bearing of 112°.

How long is the flight from Bielefeld to Chemnitz?

A direct flight would take about 55 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.