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Distance from Shenzhen to Derby

Straight line

9,605 km
5,968 mi · 5,186 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 30 min

Direction

NNW 327°
initial bearing

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How far is Shenzhen from Derby?

Shenzhen (China) and Derby (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,605 km in a straight line, that is 5,968 miles or 5,186 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shenzhen, Derby lies to the north-west (initial bearing 327°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 54.0055°, 74.7265°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 30 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 Shenzhen from Derby?

The straight-line distance between Shenzhen and Derby is 9,605 km (5,968 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Derby from Shenzhen?

Derby is to the north-west of Shenzhen, at an initial bearing of 327°.

How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Derby?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 30 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.