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Distance from Moscow to Arad

Straight line

1,556 km
967 mi · 840 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 2 h 27 min

Direction

SW 234°
initial bearing

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How far is Moscow from Arad?

Moscow (Russia) and Arad (Romania) are quite far apart: 1,556 km in a straight line, that is 967 miles or 840 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Moscow, Arad lies to the south-west (initial bearing 234°). The route crosses from Russia into Romania. The halfway point is at 51.2489°, 28.6191°.

A direct flight would take about 2 h 27 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 Moscow from Arad?

The straight-line distance between Moscow and Arad is 1,556 km (967 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Arad from Moscow?

Arad is to the south-west of Moscow, at an initial bearing of 234°.

How long is the flight from Moscow to Arad?

A direct flight would take about 2 h 27 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.