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Distance from Blackpool to Lagos

Straight line

5,284 km
3,283 mi · 2,853 NM

By road

3,538 km
2,198 mi

Travel time

85 h 42 min
flight ≈ 7 h 6 min

Direction

S 171°
initial bearing

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How far is Blackpool from Lagos?

Blackpool (United Kingdom) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 5,284 km in a straight line, that is 3,283 miles or 2,853 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Blackpool to Lagos is 3,538 km (2,198 miles), about 85 h 42 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Blackpool, Lagos lies to the south (initial bearing 171°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 30.1722°, 0.9935°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 6 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 Blackpool from Lagos?

By road it is 3,538 km (2,198 miles) from Blackpool to Lagos; in a straight line it is 5,284 km (3,283 miles).

How long is the drive from Blackpool to Lagos?

About 85 h 42 min on the fastest route (3,538 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Lagos from Blackpool?

Lagos is to the south of Blackpool, at an initial bearing of 171°.

How long is the flight from Blackpool to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 6 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.