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Distance from Rotterdam to Wuhan

Straight line

8,608 km
5,349 mi · 4,648 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 16 min

Direction

NE 56°
initial bearing

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How far is Rotterdam from Wuhan?

Rotterdam (Netherlands) and Wuhan (China) are very far apart: 8,608 km in a straight line, that is 5,349 miles or 4,648 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Rotterdam, Wuhan lies to the north-east (initial bearing 56°). The route crosses from Netherlands into China. The halfway point is at 56.0368°, 72.6007°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 16 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 Rotterdam from Wuhan?

The straight-line distance between Rotterdam and Wuhan is 8,608 km (5,349 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Wuhan from Rotterdam?

Wuhan is to the north-east of Rotterdam, at an initial bearing of 56°.

How long is the flight from Rotterdam to Wuhan?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 16 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.