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Distance from Shanghai to Batam

Straight line

3,802 km
2,362 mi · 2,053 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 15 min

Direction

SSW 212°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Batam?

Shanghai (China) and Batam (Indonesia) are very far apart: 3,802 km in a straight line, that is 2,362 miles or 2,053 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Batam lies to the south-west (initial bearing 212°). The route crosses from China into Indonesia. The halfway point is at 16.3638°, 112.0566°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 15 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 Shanghai from Batam?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Batam is 3,802 km (2,362 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Batam from Shanghai?

Batam is to the south-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 212°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Batam?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 15 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.