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Distance from Melbourne to Nantes

Straight line

17,103 km
10,627 mi · 9,235 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 53 min

Direction

WNW 302°
initial bearing

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How far is Melbourne from Nantes?

Melbourne (Australia) and Nantes (France) are very far apart: 17,103 km in a straight line, that is 10,627 miles or 9,235 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Melbourne, Nantes lies to the north-west (initial bearing 302°). The route crosses from Australia into France. The halfway point is at 15.4797°, 85.7774°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 53 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 Nantes?

The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Nantes is 17,103 km (10,627 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nantes from Melbourne?

Nantes is to the north-west of Melbourne, at an initial bearing of 302°.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Nantes?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 53 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.