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Distance from Kolkata to Xi’an

Straight line

2,388 km
1,484 mi · 1,290 NM

By road

3,884 km
2,414 mi

Travel time

46 h 22 min
flight ≈ 3 h 29 min

Direction

NE 52°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Xi’an?

Kolkata (India) and Xi’an (China) are quite far apart: 2,388 km in a straight line, that is 1,484 miles or 1,290 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Kolkata to Xi’an is 3,884 km (2,414 miles), about 46 h 22 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 63% longer than the straight line.

From Kolkata, Xi’an lies to the north-east (initial bearing 52°). The route crosses from India into China. The halfway point is at 28.7992°, 98.0700°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 29 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 Xi’an?

By road it is 3,884 km (2,414 miles) from Kolkata to Xi’an; in a straight line it is 2,388 km (1,484 miles).

How long is the drive from Kolkata to Xi’an?

About 46 h 22 min on the fastest route (3,884 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Xi’an from Kolkata?

Xi’an is to the north-east of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 52°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Xi’an?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 29 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.