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Distance from Dongguan to Preston

Straight line

9,559 km
5,940 mi · 5,161 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 27 min

Direction

NNW 328°
initial bearing

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How far is Dongguan from Preston?

Dongguan (China) and Preston (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,559 km in a straight line, that is 5,940 miles or 5,161 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dongguan, Preston lies to the north-west (initial bearing 328°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 54.8359°, 74.8983°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 27 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 Dongguan from Preston?

The straight-line distance between Dongguan and Preston is 9,559 km (5,940 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Preston from Dongguan?

Preston is to the north-west of Dongguan, at an initial bearing of 328°.

How long is the flight from Dongguan to Preston?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 27 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.