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Distance from Kolkata to Foshan

Straight line

2,541 km
1,579 mi · 1,372 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 41 min

Direction

E 84°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Foshan?

Kolkata (India) and Foshan (China) are very far apart: 2,541 km in a straight line, that is 1,579 miles or 1,372 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Foshan lies to the east (initial bearing 84°). The route crosses from India into China. The halfway point is at 23.2805°, 100.7258°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 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 Kolkata from Foshan?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Foshan is 2,541 km (1,579 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Foshan from Kolkata?

Foshan is to the east of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 84°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Foshan?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 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.