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Distance from Birkenhead to Islington

Straight line

286 km
178 mi · 154 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 51 min

Direction

SE 135°
initial bearing

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How far is Birkenhead from Islington?

Birkenhead (United Kingdom) and Islington (United Kingdom) are a medium distance apart: 286 km in a straight line, that is 178 miles or 154 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Birkenhead, Islington lies to the south-east (initial bearing 135°). Both cities are in United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 52.4737°, -1.5282°.

A direct flight would take about 51 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 Birkenhead from Islington?

The straight-line distance between Birkenhead and Islington is 286 km (178 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Islington from Birkenhead?

Islington is to the south-east of Birkenhead, at an initial bearing of 135°.

How long is the flight from Birkenhead to Islington?

A direct flight would take about 51 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.