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Distance from Melbourne to Kobe

Straight line

8,091 km
5,027 mi · 4,369 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 37 min

Direction

N 352°
initial bearing

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How far is Melbourne from Kobe?

Melbourne (Australia) and Kobe (Japan) are very far apart: 8,091 km in a straight line, that is 5,027 miles or 4,369 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Melbourne, Kobe lies to the north (initial bearing 352°). The route crosses from Australia into Japan. The halfway point is at -1.5670°, 139.9752°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 37 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 Kobe?

The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Kobe is 8,091 km (5,027 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kobe from Melbourne?

Kobe is to the north of Melbourne, at an initial bearing of 352°.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Kobe?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 37 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.