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Distance from Sydney to Bochum

Straight line

16,528 km
10,270 mi · 8,924 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 10 min

Direction

NW 315°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Bochum?

Sydney (Australia) and Bochum (Germany) are very far apart: 16,528 km in a straight line, that is 10,270 miles or 8,924 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Bochum lies to the north-west (initial bearing 315°). The route crosses from Australia into Germany. The halfway point is at 24.6496°, 102.9373°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 10 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 Sydney from Bochum?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Bochum is 16,528 km (10,270 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bochum from Sydney?

Bochum is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 315°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Bochum?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 10 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.