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Distance from Erfurt to Stuttgart

Straight line

278 km
173 mi · 150 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 51 min

Direction

SSW 209°
initial bearing

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How far is Erfurt from Stuttgart?

Erfurt (Germany) and Stuttgart (Germany) are a medium distance apart: 278 km in a straight line, that is 173 miles or 150 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Erfurt, Stuttgart lies to the south-west (initial bearing 209°). Both cities are in Germany. The halfway point is at 49.8842°, 10.0838°.

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 Erfurt from Stuttgart?

The straight-line distance between Erfurt and Stuttgart is 278 km (173 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Stuttgart from Erfurt?

Stuttgart is to the south-west of Erfurt, at an initial bearing of 209°.

How long is the flight from Erfurt to Stuttgart?

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.