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Distance from Bielefeld to Oberhausen

Straight line

131 km
81 mi · 71 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 40 min

Direction

WSW 242°
initial bearing

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How far is Bielefeld from Oberhausen?

Bielefeld (Germany) and Oberhausen (Germany) are a short distance apart: 131 km in a straight line, that is 81 miles or 71 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bielefeld, Oberhausen lies to the south-west (initial bearing 242°). Both cities are in Germany. The halfway point is at 51.7587°, 7.6928°.

A direct flight would take about 40 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 Oberhausen?

The straight-line distance between Bielefeld and Oberhausen is 131 km (81 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Oberhausen from Bielefeld?

Oberhausen is to the south-west of Bielefeld, at an initial bearing of 242°.

How long is the flight from Bielefeld to Oberhausen?

A direct flight would take about 40 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.