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Distance from Preston to Lima

Straight line

10,074 km
6,259 mi · 5,439 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 13 h 6 min

Direction

WSW 250°
initial bearing

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How far is Preston from Lima?

Preston (United Kingdom) and Lima (Peru) are very far apart: 10,074 km in a straight line, that is 6,259 miles or 5,439 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Preston, Lima lies to the west (initial bearing 250°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Peru. The halfway point is at 25.1745°, -50.4518°.

A direct flight would take about 13 h 6 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 Preston from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Preston and Lima is 10,074 km (6,259 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lima from Preston?

Lima is to the west of Preston, at an initial bearing of 250°.

How long is the flight from Preston to Lima?

A direct flight would take about 13 h 6 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.