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Distance from Bielefeld to Lübeck

Straight line

250 km
156 mi · 135 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 49 min

Direction

NE 34°
initial bearing

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How far is Bielefeld from Lübeck?

Bielefeld (Germany) and Lübeck (Germany) are a medium distance apart: 250 km in a straight line, that is 156 miles or 135 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bielefeld, Lübeck lies to the north-east (initial bearing 34°). Both cities are in Germany. The halfway point is at 52.9560°, 9.5875°.

A direct flight would take about 49 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 Lübeck?

The straight-line distance between Bielefeld and Lübeck is 250 km (156 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lübeck from Bielefeld?

Lübeck is to the north-east of Bielefeld, at an initial bearing of 34°.

How long is the flight from Bielefeld to Lübeck?

A direct flight would take about 49 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.