Distance from Münster to Gelsenkirchen
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How far is Münster from Gelsenkirchen?
Münster (Germany) and Gelsenkirchen (Germany) are a short distance apart: 62.6 km in a straight line, that is 38.9 miles or 33.8 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Münster, Gelsenkirchen lies to the south-west (initial bearing 216°). Both cities are in Germany. The halfway point is at 51.7340°, 7.3598°.
Over such a short distance flying makes no sense; driving is the fastest option – the road distance and driving time are shown on the map.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Münster from Gelsenkirchen?
The straight-line distance between Münster and Gelsenkirchen is 62.6 km (38.9 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Gelsenkirchen from Münster?
Gelsenkirchen is to the south-west of Münster, at an initial bearing of 216°.
How long is the flight from Münster to Gelsenkirchen?
A direct flight would take about 35 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.