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Distance from Kyiv to Kherson

Straight line

450 km
279 mi · 243 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 4 min

Direction

SSE 159°
initial bearing

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How far is Kyiv from Kherson?

Kyiv (Ukraine) and Kherson (Ukraine) are a medium distance apart: 450 km in a straight line, that is 279 miles or 243 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kyiv, Kherson lies to the south (initial bearing 159°). Both cities are in Ukraine. The halfway point is at 48.5600°, 31.6101°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 4 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 Kyiv from Kherson?

The straight-line distance between Kyiv and Kherson is 450 km (279 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kherson from Kyiv?

Kherson is to the south of Kyiv, at an initial bearing of 159°.

How long is the flight from Kyiv to Kherson?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 4 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.