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Distance from Craiova to Plovdiv

Straight line

253 km
157 mi · 136 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 49 min

Direction

SSE 162°
initial bearing

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How far is Craiova from Plovdiv?

Craiova (Romania) and Plovdiv (Bulgaria) are a medium distance apart: 253 km in a straight line, that is 157 miles or 136 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Craiova, Plovdiv lies to the south (initial bearing 162°). The route crosses from Romania into Bulgaria. The halfway point is at 43.2343°, 24.2834°.

A direct flight would take about 49 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 Plovdiv?

The straight-line distance between Craiova and Plovdiv is 253 km (157 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Plovdiv from Craiova?

Plovdiv is to the south of Craiova, at an initial bearing of 162°.

How long is the flight from Craiova to Plovdiv?

A direct flight would take about 49 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.