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Distance from Chongqing to Preston

Straight line

8,558 km
5,318 mi · 4,621 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 12 min

Direction

NW 325°
initial bearing

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How far is Chongqing from Preston?

Chongqing (China) and Preston (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 8,558 km in a straight line, that is 5,318 miles or 4,621 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chongqing, Preston lies to the north-west (initial bearing 325°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 56.0342°, 66.9646°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 12 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 Chongqing from Preston?

The straight-line distance between Chongqing and Preston is 8,558 km (5,318 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Preston from Chongqing?

Preston is to the north-west of Chongqing, at an initial bearing of 325°.

How long is the flight from Chongqing to Preston?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 12 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.