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Distance from Ürümqi to Xi’an

Straight line

2,120 km
1,317 mi · 1,145 NM

By road

2,508 km
1,558 mi

Travel time

27 h 46 min
flight ≈ 3 h 9 min

Direction

ESE 113°
initial bearing

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How far is Ürümqi from Xi’an?

Ürümqi (China) and Xi’an (China) are quite far apart: 2,120 km in a straight line, that is 1,317 miles or 1,145 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Ürümqi to Xi’an is 2,508 km (1,558 miles), about 27 h 46 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 18% longer than the straight line.

From Ürümqi, Xi’an lies to the south-east (initial bearing 113°). Both cities are in China. The halfway point is at 39.5165°, 98.9945°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 9 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 Ürümqi from Xi’an?

By road it is 2,508 km (1,558 miles) from Ürümqi to Xi’an; in a straight line it is 2,120 km (1,317 miles).

How long is the drive from Ürümqi to Xi’an?

About 27 h 46 min on the fastest route (2,508 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Xi’an from Ürümqi?

Xi’an is to the south-east of Ürümqi, at an initial bearing of 113°.

How long is the flight from Ürümqi to Xi’an?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 9 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.