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Distance from Köln to Bârlad

Straight line

1,609 km
1,000 mi · 869 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 2 h 31 min

Direction

E 101°
initial bearing

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How far is Köln from Bârlad?

Köln (Germany) and Bârlad (Romania) are quite far apart: 1,609 km in a straight line, that is 1,000 miles or 869 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Köln, Bârlad lies to the east (initial bearing 101°). The route crosses from Germany into Romania. The halfway point is at 49.0482°, 17.7969°.

A direct flight would take about 2 h 31 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 Köln from Bârlad?

The straight-line distance between Köln and Bârlad is 1,609 km (1,000 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bârlad from Köln?

Bârlad is to the east of Köln, at an initial bearing of 101°.

How long is the flight from Köln to Bârlad?

A direct flight would take about 2 h 31 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.