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Distance from Essen to Utrecht

Straight line

148 km
92 mi · 80 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 41 min

Direction

WNW 299°
initial bearing

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How far is Essen from Utrecht?

Essen (Germany) and Utrecht (Netherlands) are a short distance apart: 148 km in a straight line, that is 92 miles or 80 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Essen, Utrecht lies to the north-west (initial bearing 299°). The route crosses from Germany into Netherlands. The halfway point is at 51.7775°, 6.0739°.

A direct flight would take about 41 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 Essen from Utrecht?

The straight-line distance between Essen and Utrecht is 148 km (92 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Utrecht from Essen?

Utrecht is to the north-west of Essen, at an initial bearing of 299°.

How long is the flight from Essen to Utrecht?

A direct flight would take about 41 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.