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Distance from Shanghai to Rennes

Straight line

9,558 km
5,939 mi · 5,161 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 27 min

Direction

NW 326°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Rennes?

Shanghai (China) and Rennes (France) are very far apart: 9,558 km in a straight line, that is 5,939 miles or 5,161 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Rennes lies to the north-west (initial bearing 326°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 59.5086°, 72.7019°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 27 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 Rennes?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Rennes is 9,558 km (5,939 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Rennes from Shanghai?

Rennes is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 326°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Rennes?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 27 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.