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Distance from Shanghai to Marseille

Straight line

9,506 km
5,907 mi · 5,133 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 23 min

Direction

NW 319°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Marseille?

Shanghai (China) and Marseille (France) are very far apart: 9,506 km in a straight line, that is 5,907 miles or 5,133 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Marseille lies to the north-west (initial bearing 319°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 54.9446°, 70.7669°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 23 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 Marseille?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Marseille is 9,506 km (5,907 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Marseille from Shanghai?

Marseille is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 319°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Marseille?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 23 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.