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Distance from Melbourne to Bamako

Straight line

16,148 km
10,034 mi · 8,719 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 20 h 41 min

Direction

SW 231°
initial bearing

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How far is Melbourne from Bamako?

Melbourne (Australia) and Bamako (Mali) are very far apart: 16,148 km in a straight line, that is 10,034 miles or 8,719 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Melbourne, Bamako lies to the south-west (initial bearing 231°). The route crosses from Australia into Mali. The halfway point is at -41.1785°, 44.8527°.

A direct flight would take about 20 h 41 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 Melbourne from Bamako?

The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Bamako is 16,148 km (10,034 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bamako from Melbourne?

Bamako is to the south-west of Melbourne, at an initial bearing of 231°.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Bamako?

A direct flight would take about 20 h 41 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.