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Distance from Vitebsk to Kolkata

Straight line

5,968 km
3,708 mi · 3,222 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 58 min

Direction

ESE 103°
initial bearing

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How far is Vitebsk from Kolkata?

Vitebsk (Belarus) and Kolkata (India) are very far apart: 5,968 km in a straight line, that is 3,708 miles or 3,222 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Vitebsk, Kolkata lies to the east (initial bearing 103°). The route crosses from Belarus into India. The halfway point is at 42.4480°, 66.7599°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 58 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 Vitebsk from Kolkata?

The straight-line distance between Vitebsk and Kolkata is 5,968 km (3,708 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kolkata from Vitebsk?

Kolkata is to the east of Vitebsk, at an initial bearing of 103°.

How long is the flight from Vitebsk to Kolkata?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 58 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.