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Distance from Norwich to Preston

Straight line

296 km
184 mi · 160 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 52 min

Direction

WNW 297°
initial bearing

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How far is Norwich from Preston?

Norwich (United Kingdom) and Preston (United Kingdom) are a medium distance apart: 296 km in a straight line, that is 184 miles or 160 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Norwich, Preston lies to the north-west (initial bearing 297°). Both cities are in United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 53.2121°, -0.6766°.

A direct flight would take about 52 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 Norwich from Preston?

The straight-line distance between Norwich and Preston is 296 km (184 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Preston from Norwich?

Preston is to the north-west of Norwich, at an initial bearing of 297°.

How long is the flight from Norwich to Preston?

A direct flight would take about 52 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.