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Distance from Seoul to Bamako

Straight line

12,737 km
7,915 mi · 6,878 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 16 h 25 min

Direction

NW 311°
initial bearing

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How far is Seoul from Bamako?

Seoul (South Korea) and Bamako (Mali) are very far apart: 12,737 km in a straight line, that is 7,915 miles or 6,878 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Seoul, Bamako lies to the north-west (initial bearing 311°). The route crosses from South Korea into Mali. The halfway point is at 49.8985°, 45.4636°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 25 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 Seoul from Bamako?

The straight-line distance between Seoul and Bamako is 12,737 km (7,915 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bamako from Seoul?

Bamako is to the north-west of Seoul, at an initial bearing of 311°.

How long is the flight from Seoul to Bamako?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 25 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.