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Distance from Tai’an to Kampala

Straight line

9,501 km
5,904 mi · 5,130 NM

By road

8,855 km
5,502 mi

Travel time

109 h 30 min
flight ≈ 12 h 23 min

Direction

W 267°
initial bearing

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How far is Tai’an from Kampala?

Tai’an (China) and Kampala (Uganda) are very far apart: 9,501 km in a straight line, that is 5,904 miles or 5,130 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Tai’an to Kampala is 8,855 km (5,502 miles), about 109 h 30 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Tai’an, Kampala lies to the west (initial bearing 267°). The route crosses from China into Uganda. The halfway point is at 23.9196°, 69.3101°.

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 Tai’an from Kampala?

By road it is 8,855 km (5,502 miles) from Tai’an to Kampala; in a straight line it is 9,501 km (5,904 miles).

How long is the drive from Tai’an to Kampala?

About 109 h 30 min on the fastest route (8,855 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Kampala from Tai’an?

Kampala is to the west of Tai’an, at an initial bearing of 267°.

How long is the flight from Tai’an to Kampala?

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.