Bangalore, India → Delhi, India · ✈ 2h 41min · 🚗 28h 26min
945 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: north
The distance from Bangalore to Delhi is 1,750 km (1,087 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 41min.
The straight-line distance from Bangalore, India to Delhi, India is approximately 1,750 kilometers (1,087 miles or 945 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Delhi is located north of Bangalore. Bangalore is in Asia, in the South India region of India, while Delhi is in Asia, in North India, India. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,750 km | ~2h 41min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,275 km | ~28h 26min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~2,100 km | ~17h 30min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Bangalore to Delhi. For 1,750 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,275 km, fuel costs for driving from Bangalore to Delhi are approximately $182–$341 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Bangalore sits at 12.9716°N, 77.5946°E, while Delhi is located at 28.7041°N, 77.1025°E. The initial compass bearing from Bangalore to Delhi is 358° (N), so a great-circle flight path leaves Bangalore heading roughly N. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 15.73° and the longitude difference is 0.49°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Bangalore and Delhi is approximately 20.8380°N, 77.3615°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 875 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Bangalore and Delhi share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Bangalore is a major city in India with a population of approximately 8,443,675. Located in the South India region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in India, Bangalore is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Delhi is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 16,787,941. Situated in the North India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Delhi is one of India's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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1,750 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,750 km between Bangalore and Delhi means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.8 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 41min.
Combined, Bangalore and Delhi have a population of over 25,231,616 people, making this a major urban corridor.
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The straight-line distance from Bangalore to Delhi is approximately 1,750 kilometers (1,087 miles, 945 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 41min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 28h 26min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Delhi is approximately Same timezone compared to Bangalore.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,275 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,750 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.