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Distance from Calafat to Sofia

Straight line

147 km
91 mi · 79 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 41 min

Direction

SSE 167°
initial bearing

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How far is Calafat from Sofia?

Calafat (Romania) and Sofia (Bulgaria) are a short distance apart: 147 km in a straight line, that is 91 miles or 79 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Calafat, Sofia lies to the south (initial bearing 167°). The route crosses from Romania into Bulgaria. The halfway point is at 43.3443°, 23.1308°.

A direct flight would take about 41 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 Calafat from Sofia?

The straight-line distance between Calafat and Sofia is 147 km (91 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sofia from Calafat?

Sofia is to the south of Calafat, at an initial bearing of 167°.

How long is the flight from Calafat to Sofia?

A direct flight would take about 41 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.