Formula
- Use the units shown beside each field.
- Results update automatically whenever you change an input.
- Displayed values use up to four decimal places, or scientific notation for very small or large numbers. Calculations use standard floating-point arithmetic; exact integer and fraction tools identify their own precision rules.
- Local Cartesian plane only. Not a great-circle bearing, geodetic projection or magnetic declination correction.
Example Calculation
- Eastward displacement: 3 units
- Northward displacement: 4 units
Displacement 3 east and 4 north gives bearing 36.8699° and distance 5.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use this calculator?
Enter eastward displacement, northward displacement. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.
What method does it use?
bearing=(atan2(east,north) in degrees +360) mod 360.. Local Cartesian plane only. Not a great-circle bearing, geodetic projection or magnetic declination correction.
Why might a rounded result differ?
The calculation keeps full numeric precision internally, then rounds the displayed result. Rounding intermediate steps by hand can produce a slightly different answer.
Are my inputs saved online?
No. This calculator processes your inputs in your browser. A recently used list stores only calculator names on this device, not your entered values.
Check the assumptions and units before using this result. Read about calculation methods.