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Distance from Moscow to Karaj

Straight line

2,436 km
1,514 mi · 1,315 NM

By road

3,113 km
1,934 mi

Travel time

42 h 33 min
flight ≈ 3 h 33 min

Direction

SSE 150°
initial bearing

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How far is Moscow from Karaj?

Moscow (Russia) and Karaj (Iran) are quite far apart: 2,436 km in a straight line, that is 1,514 miles or 1,315 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Moscow to Karaj is 3,113 km (1,934 miles), about 42 h 33 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 28% longer than the straight line.

From Moscow, Karaj lies to the south-east (initial bearing 150°). The route crosses from Russia into Iran. The halfway point is at 45.9815°, 45.5163°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 33 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 Karaj?

By road it is 3,113 km (1,934 miles) from Moscow to Karaj; in a straight line it is 2,436 km (1,514 miles).

How long is the drive from Moscow to Karaj?

About 42 h 33 min on the fastest route (3,113 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Karaj from Moscow?

Karaj is to the south-east of Moscow, at an initial bearing of 150°.

How long is the flight from Moscow to Karaj?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 33 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.