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Distance from Xi’an to Osaka

Straight line

2,435 km
1,513 mi · 1,315 NM

By road

2,245 km
1,395 mi

Travel time

37 h 31 min
flight ≈ 3 h 33 min

Direction

E 81°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Osaka?

Xi’an (China) and Osaka (Japan) are quite far apart: 2,435 km in a straight line, that is 1,513 miles or 1,315 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Xi’an to Osaka is 2,245 km (1,395 miles), about 37 h 31 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Xi’an, Osaka lies to the east (initial bearing 81°). The route crosses from China into Japan. The halfway point is at 35.2049°, 122.1801°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 33 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 Xi’an from Osaka?

By road it is 2,245 km (1,395 miles) from Xi’an to Osaka; in a straight line it is 2,435 km (1,513 miles).

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

About 37 h 31 min on the fastest route (2,245 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Osaka from Xi’an?

Osaka is to the east of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 81°.

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

A direct flight would take about 3 h 33 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.