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Distance from Tehran to Shiyan

Straight line

5,399 km
3,355 mi · 2,915 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 15 min

Direction

ENE 75°
initial bearing

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How far is Tehran from Shiyan?

Tehran (Iran) and Shiyan (China) are very far apart: 5,399 km in a straight line, that is 3,355 miles or 2,915 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Tehran, Shiyan lies to the east (initial bearing 75°). The route crosses from Iran into China. The halfway point is at 38.0011°, 81.6893°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 15 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 Tehran from Shiyan?

The straight-line distance between Tehran and Shiyan is 5,399 km (3,355 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shiyan from Tehran?

Shiyan is to the east of Tehran, at an initial bearing of 75°.

How long is the flight from Tehran to Shiyan?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 15 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.