Krefeld to Oberhausen distance
The distance from Krefeld (Germany) to Oberhausen (Germany) is 43 km by road, with a driving time of about 33 min. The straight-line distance is 27 km (17 miles); Oberhausen lies to the NE of Krefeld.
Reverse direction: Oberhausen to Krefeld distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 27 km | 32 min |
| Car (road) | 43 km | 33 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Krefeld to Oberhausen would cost roughly 94–122 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 43 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Krefeld
Krefeld is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 20′ 4.31″ N, 6° 33′ 55.47″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.33 |
| Longitude | 6.57 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 231,406 |
Oberhausen
Oberhausen is located in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 51° 29′ 16.23″ N, 6° 51′ 47.91″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 51.49 |
| Longitude | 6.86 |
| Region | Nordrhein-Westfalen |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 213,646 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Krefeld and Oberhausen is at 51.41° N, 6.71° E.
The nearest town is Duisburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen — about 13 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Krefeld from Oberhausen?
By car it is 43 km, with a driving time of about 33 min. The straight-line distance between Krefeld and Oberhausen is 27 kilometres (17 miles or 14 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Krefeld to Oberhausen?
The driving distance is 43 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 33 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Oberhausen from Krefeld?
Oberhausen lies to the NE (50°) as seen from Krefeld.
How long is a flight from Krefeld to Oberhausen?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 32 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Krefeld to Oberhausen cost?
Over 43 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Krefeld to Oberhausen would cost roughly 94–122 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Krefeld
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Krefeld → Mönchengladbach | 21 km |
| Krefeld → Neuss | 24 km |
| Krefeld → Düsseldorf | 28 km |
| Krefeld → Duisburg | 28 km |
| Krefeld → Mülheim | 38 km |
| Krefeld → Kevelaer | 39 km |
| Krefeld → Essen | 40 km |
| Krefeld → Bottrop | 53 km |
Distances from Oberhausen
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Oberhausen → Essen | 16 km |
| Oberhausen → Duisburg | 17 km |
| Oberhausen → Gelsenkirchen | 18 km |
| Oberhausen → Herne | 27 km |
| Oberhausen → Bochum | 31 km |
| Oberhausen → Recklinghausen | 38 km |
| Oberhausen → Düsseldorf | 39 km |
| Oberhausen → Neuss | 47 km |
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