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Distance from Bucov to Ploiești

Straight line

5.6 km
3.5 mi · 3.0 NM

By road

7.7 km
4.8 mi

Travel time

13 min
by car

Direction

WSW 251°
initial bearing

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How far is Bucov from Ploiești?

Bucov (Romania) and Ploiești (Romania) are very close to each other: 5.6 km in a straight line, that is 3.5 miles or 3.0 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Bucov to Ploiești is 7.7 km (4.8 miles), about 13 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 38% longer than the straight line.

From Bucov, Ploiești lies to the west (initial bearing 251°). Both cities are in Romania. The halfway point is at 44.9583°, 26.0500°.

Over such a short distance flying makes no sense; driving is the fastest option – the road distance and driving time are shown on the map.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bucov from Ploiești?

By road it is 7.7 km (4.8 miles) from Bucov to Ploiești; in a straight line it is 5.6 km (3.5 miles).

How long is the drive from Bucov to Ploiești?

About 13 min on the fastest route (7.7 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Ploiești from Bucov?

Ploiești is to the west of Bucov, at an initial bearing of 251°.

How long is the flight from Bucov to Ploiești?

A direct flight would take about 30 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.