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Distance from Mersin to Lagos

Straight line

4,622 km
2,872 mi · 2,496 NM

By road

4,326 km
2,688 mi

Travel time

87 h 2 min
flight ≈ 6 h 17 min

Direction

SW 231°
initial bearing

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How far is Mersin from Lagos?

Mersin (Türkiye) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 4,622 km in a straight line, that is 2,872 miles or 2,496 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Mersin to Lagos is 4,326 km (2,688 miles), about 87 h 2 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Mersin, Lagos lies to the south-west (initial bearing 231°). The route crosses from Türkiye into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 22.3731°, 17.2935°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 17 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 Mersin from Lagos?

By road it is 4,326 km (2,688 miles) from Mersin to Lagos; in a straight line it is 4,622 km (2,872 miles).

How long is the drive from Mersin to Lagos?

About 87 h 2 min on the fastest route (4,326 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Lagos from Mersin?

Lagos is to the south-west of Mersin, at an initial bearing of 231°.

How long is the flight from Mersin to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 17 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.