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Distance from London to Brest

Straight line

1,637 km
1,017 mi · 884 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 2 h 33 min

Direction

ENE 78°
initial bearing

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How far is London from Brest?

London (United Kingdom) and Brest (Belarus) are quite far apart: 1,637 km in a straight line, that is 1,017 miles or 884 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From London, Brest lies to the east (initial bearing 78°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Belarus. The halfway point is at 52.4070°, 11.7021°.

A direct flight would take about 2 h 33 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 London from Brest?

The straight-line distance between London and Brest is 1,637 km (1,017 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Brest from London?

Brest is to the east of London, at an initial bearing of 78°.

How long is the flight from London to Brest?

A direct flight would take about 2 h 33 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.