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Distance from Kobe to London

Straight line

9,510 km
5,909 mi · 5,135 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 23 min

Direction

NNW 334°
initial bearing

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How far is Kobe from London?

Kobe (Japan) and London (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,510 km in a straight line, that is 5,909 miles or 5,135 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kobe, London lies to the north-west (initial bearing 334°). The route crosses from Japan into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 66.7966°, 86.1275°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 23 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 Kobe from London?

The straight-line distance between Kobe and London is 9,510 km (5,909 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is London from Kobe?

London is to the north-west of Kobe, at an initial bearing of 334°.

How long is the flight from Kobe to London?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 23 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.