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Distance from Budapest to Tehran

Straight line

2,972 km
1,847 mi · 1,605 NM

By road

3,764 km
2,339 mi

Travel time

41 h 42 min
flight ≈ 4 h 13 min

Direction

ESE 104°
initial bearing

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How far is Budapest from Tehran?

Budapest (Hungary) and Tehran (Iran) are very far apart: 2,972 km in a straight line, that is 1,847 miles or 1,605 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Budapest to Tehran is 3,764 km (2,339 miles), about 41 h 42 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 27% longer than the straight line.

From Budapest, Tehran lies to the east (initial bearing 104°). The route crosses from Hungary into Iran. The halfway point is at 42.7398°, 36.7573°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 13 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 Budapest from Tehran?

By road it is 3,764 km (2,339 miles) from Budapest to Tehran; in a straight line it is 2,972 km (1,847 miles).

How long is the drive from Budapest to Tehran?

About 41 h 42 min on the fastest route (3,764 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Tehran from Budapest?

Tehran is to the east of Budapest, at an initial bearing of 104°.

How long is the flight from Budapest to Tehran?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 13 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.