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Distance from Craiova to Arad

Straight line

285 km
177 mi · 154 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 51 min

Direction

NW 318°
initial bearing

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How far is Craiova from Arad?

Craiova (Romania) and Arad (Romania) are a medium distance apart: 285 km in a straight line, that is 177 miles or 154 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Craiova, Arad lies to the north-west (initial bearing 318°). Both cities are in Romania. The halfway point is at 45.2567°, 22.5787°.

A direct flight would take about 51 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 Craiova from Arad?

The straight-line distance between Craiova and Arad is 285 km (177 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Arad from Craiova?

Arad is to the north-west of Craiova, at an initial bearing of 318°.

How long is the flight from Craiova to Arad?

A direct flight would take about 51 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.