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Distance from Craiova to Budapest

Straight line

511 km
318 mi · 276 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 8 min

Direction

NW 316°
initial bearing

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How far is Craiova from Budapest?

Craiova (Romania) and Budapest (Hungary) are a medium distance apart: 511 km in a straight line, that is 318 miles or 276 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Craiova, Budapest lies to the north-west (initial bearing 316°). The route crosses from Romania into Hungary. The halfway point is at 45.9322°, 21.4885°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 8 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 Budapest?

The straight-line distance between Craiova and Budapest is 511 km (318 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Budapest from Craiova?

Budapest is to the north-west of Craiova, at an initial bearing of 316°.

How long is the flight from Craiova to Budapest?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 8 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.