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Distance from Kobe to Shantou

Straight line

2,187 km
1,359 mi · 1,181 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 14 min

Direction

WSW 240°
initial bearing

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How far is Kobe from Shantou?

Kobe (Japan) and Shantou (China) are quite far apart: 2,187 km in a straight line, that is 1,359 miles or 1,181 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kobe, Shantou lies to the south-west (initial bearing 240°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 29.3469°, 125.4364°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 14 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 Shantou?

The straight-line distance between Kobe and Shantou is 2,187 km (1,359 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shantou from Kobe?

Shantou is to the south-west of Kobe, at an initial bearing of 240°.

How long is the flight from Kobe to Shantou?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 14 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.