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Distance from Xi’an to Tokyo

Straight line

2,802 km
1,741 mi · 1,513 NM

By road

2,248 km
1,397 mi

Travel time

37 h 37 min
flight ≈ 4 h

Direction

ENE 78°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Tokyo?

Xi’an (China) and Tokyo (Japan) are very far apart: 2,802 km in a straight line, that is 1,741 miles or 1,513 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Xi’an to Tokyo is 2,248 km (1,397 miles), about 37 h 37 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Xi’an, Tokyo lies to the east (initial bearing 78°). The route crosses from China into Japan. The halfway point is at 35.9614°, 124.1724°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h (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 Tokyo?

By road it is 2,248 km (1,397 miles) from Xi’an to Tokyo; in a straight line it is 2,802 km (1,741 miles).

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

About 37 h 37 min on the fastest route (2,248 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Tokyo from Xi’an?

Tokyo is to the east of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 78°.

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

A direct flight would take about 4 h 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.