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Distance from Melbourne to Bordeaux

Straight line

17,057 km
10,599 mi · 9,210 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 49 min

Direction

WNW 296°
initial bearing

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How far is Melbourne from Bordeaux?

Melbourne (Australia) and Bordeaux (France) are very far apart: 17,057 km in a straight line, that is 10,599 miles or 9,210 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Melbourne, Bordeaux lies to the north-west (initial bearing 296°). The route crosses from Australia into France. The halfway point is at 11.5421°, 82.0679°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 49 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 Bordeaux?

The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Bordeaux is 17,057 km (10,599 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bordeaux from Melbourne?

Bordeaux is to the north-west of Melbourne, at an initial bearing of 296°.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Bordeaux?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 49 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.