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Distance from Kyoto to Moscow

Straight line

7,340 km
4,561 mi · 3,963 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 40 min

Direction

NW 322°
initial bearing

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How far is Kyoto from Moscow?

Kyoto (Japan) and Moscow (Russia) are very far apart: 7,340 km in a straight line, that is 4,561 miles or 3,963 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kyoto, Moscow lies to the north-west (initial bearing 322°). The route crosses from Japan into Russia. The halfway point is at 56.5364°, 98.7527°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 40 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 Kyoto from Moscow?

The straight-line distance between Kyoto and Moscow is 7,340 km (4,561 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Moscow from Kyoto?

Moscow is to the north-west of Kyoto, at an initial bearing of 322°.

How long is the flight from Kyoto to Moscow?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 40 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.