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You can draw multiple circles, distances, areas or elevations, import/export data save and edit them later with a larger map! Try Calcmaps PRO

Note: To measure the distance on the google maps distance calculator tool. First zoom in, or enter the address of your starting point. Then draw a route by clicking on the starting point, followed by all the subsequent points you want to measure. You can calculate the length of a path, running route, fence, border, or the perimeter of any object that appears on a google map. The distance calculator will then display a measurement of the length in feet, meters, miles and kilometers.

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Distance Calculator

Distance calculation introduction.

The distance value in red color indicates the air (flying) distance, also known as great circle distance .

As you start to write the name of a city or place, distance calculator will suggest you place names automatically, you may choose from them to calculate distance . You can also list the countries and the cities in them, to calculate the distance between cities.

Start Location : is the starting point of route, where the distance calculation start from, origin city or place name. End Location : is the end point of route, where the distance calculation end, destination city or place name. Distance Unit : is the unit of distance, you can choose kilometers, miles or meters. Calculator will immediately calculate with selected distance unit. Kilometers (km): is the unit of length equal to 1000 meters or 0.62137 miles. Miles (mi): is also the unit of length which is rarely used and is equal to 1.60934 kilometers.

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Recent Comments

Simple, fast and effective

Quite informative. Thanks.

Dude, please! Remove the openstreetmap and switch back to Google Maps. That openstreetmap is really disgusting and annoying.

I love it it is so fun!!!

Very good service I like it

it's not distance rather displacement(shortest distance) , no matter if any river coming the way.

I wis it had morer options like walking driving and buses

I’m not a pilot nor do I fly. Airlines do not fly by this planner either. It gives you general directions from point A to Point B. That’s about it folks.

It is a very useful to manage the travel plan

The website is very useful to have an idea of distances between cities. Wish if it gives the road distances!

This is a very helpful website to use! Thanks so much!

amazing tool

Thank you for this map. Wish I could print it

I really love this distance from to and it'll make my departure easy to my destination.

With no delays can travel 50 - 60 miles in 1hhour also depends on traffic delays

Car Road distances please.

Please include miles by boat...

this is an amazing site 10/10!

Awesome tool!

Distance Calculator Between Cities for Precise Driving Distances

Efficiently find the distance between cities, including driving distances, estimated travel times, and detailed route maps for any journey in the USA, from cross-country adventures to short drives.

This distance calculator, covering the United States, North America, and worldwide, simplifies your travel planning. Enter your start and end points in the "From" and "To" fields — accepting city names, addresses, or GPS coordinates — and click "Calculate" to get started.

Customize your journey with "Fuel consumption" and "Fuel price" for cost estimates, and use the crosshair icon for map selections. Dive into "Advanced options" to add stops or adjust speeds, tailoring the trip to your pace and ensuring accurate travel time predictions.

Driving Distance Between Two Cities: US Route Examples

  • Distance from Dallas to Houston
  • Distance from Austin to Houston
  • Distance from Seattle to Portland
  • Distance from Dallas to San Antonio
  • Distance from San Francisco to Sacramento
  • Distance from San Francisco to San Diego
  • Distance from Dallas to Chicago
  • Distance from Houston to New Orleans
  • Distance from Denver to Chicago
  • Distance from New York to Chicago

Route Planner for Estimating Distance Between Two Points

Family Vacation Planning : Families planning summer vacations can use the distance calculator to plan their route, estimate fuel costs based on their car's fuel consumption, and calculate budget needs, ensuring a cost-effective and enjoyable journey.

Business Travel Optimization : Professionals can plot the most efficient routes for their business trips, incorporating distance calculations to manage time effectively and budget for travel expenses accurately.

Logistics and Freight Management : Long-haul truckers and freight forwarders can utilize the tool to map out routes between cities, estimate mileage, and calculate transportation costs based on company tariffs, optimizing delivery schedules and pricing.

Meeting Halfway : Friends living in different cities can find a central meeting point by calculating the halfway distance between their locations, making it easier to arrange reunions and share new adventures together.

Explore Functions of the City-to-City Distance Calculator

City distances evolve annually with the construction of new roads, highways, and bridges.

Our online Distance Between Cities Calculator complements your preferred GPS navigator by allowing you to map out your route in advance, while your GPS assists during the drive.

The calculator utilizes OSM data and incorporates key Google Maps functionalities, including:

  • Viewing distances and routes on a map for a comprehensive journey overview.
  • Interactive map features like zoom, drag-and-drop, and full-screen mode.
  • Route customization by adjusting markers directly on the map or adding stops via addresses.
  • Distance calculations in either kilometers or miles, with unit preferences adjustable in the menu.

Exclusive features of our calculator include:

  • The ability to print, save as PDF/PNG, or export routes to GIS and GPS formats such as GPX, KML, and GeoJSON .
  • A route scheme offering a sequence of cities and timing for passing intermediate cities, an efficient alternative to detailed turn-by-turn directions for long distances.
  • Fuel cost estimation adaptable to various fuel types. Just input your vehicle's fuel efficiency.
  • Capability to generate distance matrices, savable in Excel format, for comprehensive planning.

USA, North America, and Worldwide Coverage

138,192 localities covered in United States. 1,971,411 localities worldwide.

This service measures the distance between cities around the world and is available in several languages:

  • English ca.drivebestway.com Canada Mileage Calculator
  • Spanish mx.mejoresrutas.com Traza tu ruta por México
  • Portuguese www.melhoresrotas.com Calculadora de distância entre cidades do Brasil
  • English au.drivebestway.com Aussie Distance Calculator
  • English gb.drivebestway.com UK Road Distance Calculator
  • Spanish espana.mejoresrutas.com Calcular ruta entre ciudades españolas
  • Spanish argentina.mejoresrutas.com Calcular distancia entre ciudades argentinas
  • Spanish colombia.mejoresrutas.com Calcular distancia entre ciudades colombianas
  • Spanish usa.mejoresrutas.com Calcular distancia entre ciudades de EE. UU.
  • Spanish chile.mejoresrutas.com Calcular km entre ciudades chilenas
  • Spanish peru.mejoresrutas.com Distancia entre dos puntos en Perú
  • Spanish venezuela.mejoresrutas.com Distancia entre dos puntos en Venezuela
  • Spanish brasil.mejoresrutas.com Distancia entre ciudades brasileñas
  • Portuguese pt.melhoresrotas.com Calculadora de distância entre cidades em Portugal
  • French www.bonnesroutes.com Calculateur de distance France
  • French ca.bonnesroutes.com Calculateur de distance Canadien
  • German www.besterouten.com Routenplaner Deutschland
  • Polish www.najlepszetrasy.com Kalkulator odległości drogowych w Polsce
  • Czech www.dobracesta.com Kalkulačka vzdálenosti mezi českými městy
  • Italian www.percorsomigliore.com Calcola distanze chilometriche in Italia
  • Malay www.pandujalanterbaik.com Pengiraan jarak antara bandar di Malaysia
  • Dutch www.besteroutes.com Afstand meten in Nederland
  • Turkish www.duzgunyolusec.com Türkiye şehirler arası mesafe hesaplama
  • Dutch be.besteroutes.com Afstand berekenen tussen Belgische steden
  • French be.bonnesroutes.com Calculateur de distance belge
  • French ch.bonnesroutes.com Calculateur de distance Suisse
  • German ch.besterouten.com Routenplaner Schweiz
  • German at.besterouten.com Routenplaner Österreich

How Driving Distance Is Calculated Between Two Locations

Algorithm for calculating driving distances between cities.

This route calculation tool harnesses the power of shortest path search algorithms within a weighted road graph, employing sophisticated algorithms like Dijkstra, A-Star, and Contraction Hierarchies . Unlike conventional calculators that use distance or travel time as the graph weight, our system optimizes drive time for vehicles, favoring routes on higher-class roads for a smoother journey.

The backbone of this tool is built on OpenStreetMap data, ensuring our road graphs are accurate and up-to-date. We calculate distances between road segments with the haversine formula , using precise GPS coordinates to measure the Great Circle Distance. This formula is pivotal for calculating "air distance" or "straight line distance" between two points, taking into account the curvature of the Earth.

Road distances, however, diverge from straight line distances due to the natural curvature and layout of roads . To address this, roads are represented as segmented lines, and the haversine formula is applied to each segment, allowing for precise calculation of the journey length between any two points.

Recognizing that cities encompass large areas, our tool selects a central point within each city for distance calculations between cities. For personalized route planning, users can specify exact addresses or select points on the map. Additionally, the route's start and end points can be adjusted directly on the map for enhanced customization.

Travel time calculations break down the route into segments, evaluating the maximum permitted speed for each segment to estimate the fastest possible travel time.

It’s important to note that while our route calculation relies on advanced computer modeling for accuracy, no model is perfect. We encourage users to plan with a margin for adjustment to ensure a reliable and efficient journey.

Alternative Methods for Distance Calculation Between Two Addresses

One simple way to measure distance is by using a highway atlas. By tracing a route with your eye and rolling a curvimeter along it, you can gauge the distance. Estimating travel time involves assuming an average speed of 50 miles/hour on major intercity roads. Although this method provides rough estimates, it's straightforward.

In the absence of a curvimeter, a ruler can serve as a substitute. Start by aligning the ruler's zero mark with your route's beginning and follow the road's bends closely. Then, translate the measured length into kilometers or miles using the map's scale, which is typically provided in the atlas.

For those seeking a more streamlined approach, pre-calculated distance tables specifically for the USA are available on websites, atlases, and guidebooks. Particularly useful for journeys between major cities, these tables streamline planning, although they may omit smaller locales.

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Distance Calculator

You can use this distance calculator to find out the distance between two or more points anywhere on the earth. In other words, the distance between A and B. Click once on the map to place the first marker and then click again to position the second marker. The distance between the points will then be displayed. You can also build up a series of locations to find a total distance.

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Please paste in the list of coordinates to add to your route in the text box below:

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Please copy the link from this text box:

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An important feature of this distance calculator tool is that it is "as the crow flies", so traveling in real life will normally involve larger distances, but this may also help those who need to measure off-road distances.

Want to save your route? Try the Advanced Google Maps Distance Calculator

  • Zoom and drag the map to find the location of marker 1
  • Click to place marker 1.
  • Zoom and drag the map to find the location of marker 2.
  • Click to place marker 2.
  • The distance will be calculated then displayed below the map in miles or kilometers. You can change between miles or km at any time
  • Add as many points as required and the distance will build up.
  • You can also drag and drop markers after they have been put on the map
  • To share your route and distance calculation use the option [Generate Link For This Route]. You can then copy the link generated and send this via Twitter or Facebook.

All distances are estimations so Daft Logic does not accept any responsibility that may arise when the value reported is incorrect.

You can move the markers after they have been positioned so you can modify you route on the fly and see how the distance will be affected.

  • Click [Clear Last] to undo the last marker placed
  • Click [Zoom To Fit] to zoom the map around all markers
  • Click [Clear Map] to erase all markers and start again
  • Use the Quick Find text box to quickly relocate the map
  • You can choose between miles and kilometers (km) for the Total Distance readout
  • Click [Show Elevation] to get a chart showing the elevation of your route

How it Works

Clearly you, the user inputs two 'points' that are used to calculate the distance. Calculating the "As the Crow Flies" distance is a matter of using Great Circle formula . Then the main problem is converting the Google Map unit to miles and kilometers.

The map will also automatically save your route in your temporary internet cookies so that you can return and see the route as you last left it. If you ever need to start from scratch then use the [Clear Map] button.

Benchmark Tests

Mary Peters Track in Belfast

Map showing the Mary Peters Track in South Belfast. The reading shows 0.394km which is clearly a reasonable measurement for an athletics track.

Map between New York and Paris

Map showing the estimated distance between New York and Paris. All references that can be found suggest that this is an accurate measurement.

Seven Mile Straight in Antrim

Map showing the Seven Mile Straight in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. This shows a reading of 6.910 miles.

Map between Belfast and Dublin

Map showing the distance between Belfast and Dublin. As far as I can see this is an accurate estimate (if there is such a thing). This trip would be approximately 100 miles by road so the proverbial crow would have less distance to travel.

Relevant Links

Leaflet Maps

Further Uses and Ideas

  • Remember auto-pan setting between sessions
  • Show difference in elevation between markers
  • Export a list of all waypoints and show the distance between each

Version History

Comments for this page.

Is there any way to import a route from this Distance Calculator to the newer Advanced Google Maps Distance Calculator? By J Huang on 26th July 2024
I noticed the same thing as below and some of the Russian roads have propaganda inserted where the street name would go. On 17th June 2024
Just curious. I've been using Daft Logic weekly, if not more often, for several years. Yesterday, it suddenly overlay roads from elsewhere in the world, probably somewhere in Russia, based on the road names (POCCNR, e.g.). This morning, it further overlaid road names that appear to be British (Rudgate, York). These were visible, criss-crossing the local roads in the Johnson Creek, Wisconsin, vicinity when one zoomed in part-way. Very strange. ??? On 16th June 2024
Very nice, great tool for multiple tasks. Thanks. By Abbas Baloch on 1st May 2024
I thing is great to know how many time we need to get the place we work By Kleber Caraguay on 4th April 2024
March 5 2024 Daft Logic maps went from being my "all time favourite map tool" to the "most mediocre of the mediocre" This is where we part company. Bye On 4th March 2024
I love this app and please keep it going. It makes plotting out training running distances on old train paths a breeze! much love. By scrappy runner on 27th January 2024
I've been using this webpage since I found it last 5 yrs ago and it helps me get an accurate distance vs the fare I am paying since most of the public utility vehicle drivers are charging us people excessively. I hope this page wont die By Mich on 19th November 2023
cannot get location !!!! On 4th October 2023
Every time I try to do the distance calculator and switch from OSM to satellite all i get is a message in the center that says loading and it doesn't make any difference what browser I use, got any ideas whats wrong? By Tommy on 1st June 2023
This is awesome!! Maybe add an option to change the color of the markers? On 20th October 2022
Nice job! Yes, it is now working for loops, but it has a strange way to calculate distances. As I see in the map, it is as if it calculates distances in straight patterns, like flying between points. No road trips? :) At least is it using Haversine calculus or Geodesic ones for these distances? By Emiliano Llano Díaz on 26th April 2022
Emiliano, it should be working now. By Daft Logic on 25th April 2022
Nice software but does not like to do round trips. Try: 41.27527778 28.75194444 39.116667 27.183333 39.11902613 27.16561247 39.13205278 27.18386585 37.94111111 27.34194444 37.70944 28.72706 37.9204972 29.121 37.92671 29.12905 37.912 29.11948 36.549333 29.115 36.496799 29.127331 36.26209 29.98686 36.4315 30.4559 36.40899351 30.47135766 36.89767 30.71875 36.94254106 31.17234748 38.37497414 35.08924216 38.6456 34.8442 38.65612716 34.84267815 38.64167277 34.83234002 38.37497414 35.08924216 38.66082513 34.81968777 38.66509326 34.81931268 38.66927161 34.86348966 38.64019992 34.84536543 38.62139561 34.80591193 38.63013579 34.80359077 38.65289095 34.86246957 38.37497414 35.08924216 38.99096557 33.32979705 39.94119651 32.86584735 41.25425167 32.71193256 41.27527778 28.75194444 Or any A->B->C->A By Emiliano Llano Díaz on 25th April 2022
What has happened to this app? The "remove last marker" button and "clear map" etc have disappeared!!?? PLEASE! Fix these issues bc I enjoy using usually. The clarity of the satellite photos is lacking as well, making me wonder how old the images are. No need to slog thru what you *hope* is the right location, when clear sat views do exist! By Chuey B on 10th March 2022
8,317 miles seem like an erroneous reading. Any test we do is By Daft Logic on 24th February 2022
This shows to me that the distance between Madrid Spain and Asheville North Carolina is 8, 317miles, whereas Google Maps tells me that as the crow flies it is only 4,154 miles%uD83E%uDD37%uD83C%uDFFB%u200D%u2642%uFE0F On 23rd February 2022
Love it. Use it often. BUT would be REALLY helpful if results/controls were directly below the map so wouldn't require paging back and forth. Thanks On 2nd November 2021
Can this be in English. I look at foreign countries ie thailand and it is not in english On 25th August 2021
a return to the glorious past. in the past it was easy to zoom around the world to any point without markers inserted at every spot. what ever happened to street views where available? I wish we could go back to the original user friendly version. I appreciate and commend your past efforts By denzil on 31st July 2021
Steve, what happens when you convert to km? What does the output display say? By Daft Logic on 19th July 2021
Hello I can't find out distance from specific markers when I convert to kilometers By Steve Chong on 15th July 2021
Hi Ian, please get in contact and we can help out. By Daft Logic on 14th June 2021
Saved route coordinates IS now fixed and working - including my bookmarked routes. Thank you very much! By MC on 4th June 2021
Is there a way of drawing a circle on a map with the centre at, say, my home? Because of Covid, we are limited to travelling max 5km from home. I would like to be able to create, then printout a map with a 5km radius from my house, so that I can work out legal bicycle rides to try to keep fit. By Ian Michael Baker on 28th May 2021
MC, thanks for reporting these two issues. They should now be fixed. By Daft Logic on 26th May 2021
Since map-change update - Uploading Route co-ordinates does not appear to be working. Also I have some bookmarks of routes, with coordinates saved, if I follow the bookmark, I am simply presented with the whole world map, it does not zoom to the pinned route. I also tried re-creating (part of) a route, with about 5 or 6 pins, then generating a link... it did generate a "tinyurl" link, but that link, when followed, also does not revert to the route I just created... again the whole world map. Still love the site though, will be awesome if you can fix this bug. Thanks By MC on 21st May 2021
Probably no one else on this entire planet has measured and calculated more points and distances on the good old previous daft logic tool version than me. Now I recommend using Google Maps Distance Calculator for the purposes which were earlier feasible thanks to the good old previous daft logic tool version, even though the Google Maps Distance Calculator is unfortunately far from the previous easiness of the good old daft logic tool version. I would love to stay faithful to daft logic, however it unfortunately isn't possible and it's time to say goodbye !!!! By JIRKA, OSTRAVA, CZECH REPUBLIC on 2nd March 2021
I have used your site for many years and have always loved it! the new updates are a step backward. My farm is now obscured with cloud cover and the resolution is far from what it once was. I will be looking for a new site to use now. My zip code is 46392. By DavidD on 23rd February 2021
Hi Robert, unfortunately not. The old map interface came at a significant cost to us that was not feasible to maintain going forward. It is understood the loss of high resolution is a disappointment. By Daft Logic on 16th February 2021

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Time to Distance Calculator

Introduction.

The Time to Distance Calculator is a handy tool for anyone looking to estimate travel time based on distance and speed. Whether you’re planning a road trip, commute, or want to gauge the duration of a journey, this calculator provides a quick and efficient way to obtain accurate time estimates.

The fundamental formula for calculating travel time is:

Time=Distance Speed Time = Speed Distance ​

Here, Time represents the duration of the journey, Distance is the total distance to be covered, and Speed is the rate at which the journey is undertaken.

How to Use?

Using the Time to Distance Calculator is a straightforward process:

  • Input Distance : Enter the total distance of your journey in the specified unit, such as miles or kilometers.
  • Specify Speed : Input the speed at which you intend to travel. This can be in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).
  • Calculate : Press the calculate button to obtain the estimated time it will take to cover the specified distance at the given speed.

Let’s consider an example:

  • Distance: 150 miles
  • Speed: 60 mph

Time=150 miles60 mph=2.5 hours Time = 60 mph 150 miles ​ = 2.5 hours

So, the estimated travel time for this example would be 2.5 hours.

Q1: Can the calculator be used for any mode of transportation?

A1: Yes, the Time to Distance Calculator is versatile and can be used for any mode of transportation, whether it’s driving, cycling, or walking.

Q2: How accurate are the time estimates provided by the calculator?

A2: The estimates are based on the input values and assume a constant speed throughout the journey. Actual travel times may vary due to factors like traffic, road conditions, and stops.

Q3: Is there a maximum distance limit for the calculator?

A3: No, the calculator can handle any distance value. However, for extremely long distances, consider factors like rest breaks and overnight stops.

Conclusion:

The Time to Distance Calculator is a valuable tool for travelers, commuters, and anyone planning a journey. By understanding the formula and utilizing the calculator, you can make informed decisions about your travel schedule. Remember that while the calculator provides estimates, real-world conditions may affect the actual travel time, so it’s always wise to plan for contingencies.

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GPS Calculator – Accurate Distance & Location Measurement

This tool calculates the distance between two GPS coordinates for you.

GPS Distance Calculator

This calculator determines the distance between two geographic coordinates using the Haversine formula. Enter the latitudes and longitudes for both points and click “Calculate”.

How to Use:

  • Enter the latitude and longitude for the first location.
  • Enter the latitude and longitude for the second location.
  • Press the “Calculate” button to get the distance.

Explanation:

The calculator uses the Haversine formula to compute the great-circle distance. This formula accounts for the spherical shape of the Earth, providing an accurate measure of the distance over the Earth’s surface.

Limitations:

  • The calculator assumes the Earth is a perfect sphere, which may result in minor inaccuracies due to the Earth’s actual oblate spheroid shape.
  • Coordinates should be within the valid range: Latitude (-90 to 90) and Longitude (-180 to 180).
  • Only numerical input is considered; invalid or empty input will trigger an alert.

Use Cases for This Calculator

Distance measurement for running.

As a passionate runner, you can leverage a GPS calculator to accurately measure the distance of your training routes. By simply entering your starting point and destination, this tool allows you to track your distance, enabling you to set and achieve your running goals effectively.

Road Trip Planning

When planning a road trip, a GPS calculator becomes your best friend in estimating travel distances. With the ability to input multiple stops, you can see the total distance, helping you to optimize your route and schedule rest breaks along the way for a comfortable journey.

Delivery Route Optimization

If you work in a delivery service, a GPS calculator is vital in optimizing your delivery routes. By inputting various drop-off points, you can determine the most efficient path, saving time and fuel, which in turn improves customer satisfaction and lowers operational costs.

Hiking Trail Selection

As an avid hiker, choosing the right trail can be overwhelming without a GPS calculator. By evaluating the distance and elevation changes, you can pick trails that fit your fitness level, ensuring a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience each time you venture out.

Event Planning

If you’re organizing an event that requires precise logistics, a GPS calculator helps you gauge distances between venues. You can plan transportation routes for guests, ensuring everyone arrives on time while managing costs efficiently.

Property Development

For property developers and real estate agents, a GPS calculator assists in assessing land parcels. You gain insights into distance from key amenities like schools, parks, and retail centers, helping you make informed investment decisions and cater to potential buyers’ needs.

Emergency Response Planning

In emergency response planning, a GPS calculator is essential for assessing distances to critical locations. By mapping out the quickest routes to hospitals or evacuation sites, you equip first responders to act swiftly during emergencies, potentially saving lives.

Fitness Tracking

If you are on a fitness journey, using a GPS calculator can monitor the distances of your workouts accurately. It provides data about your daily activities, enabling you to assess your progress and stay motivated as you strive to meet your fitness targets.

Shipping Cost Estimation

For e-commerce businesses, a GPS calculator aids in estimating shipping costs based on distance. By inputting your warehouse location and delivery address, you can provide customers with accurate shipping estimates, enhancing their shopping experience and trust in your service.

Commuting Analysis

As a daily commuter, a GPS calculator helps you analyze your travel distances and times. By evaluating various routes, you can discover shortcuts or less congested pathways, ultimately saving time and making your daily journey more pleasant.

Other Resources and Tools

  • Distance Calculator – Accurate Mileage & Route Finder
  • Km Calculator – Accurate Distance Measurement
  • Astrology Calculator – Accurate Astrology Chart Tool
  • Average Speed Calculator – Quick & Accurate
  • Amazon Shipping Calculator – Estimate Your Costs

Distance Calculator

The calculators below can be used to find the distance between two points on a 2D plane or 3D space. They can also be used to find the distance between two pairs of latitude and longitude, or two chosen points on a map.

2D Distance Calculator

Use this calculator to find the distance between two points on a 2D coordinate plane.

2d distance

3D Distance Calculator

Use this calculator to find the distance between two points on a 3D coordinate space.

3d distance

Distance Based on Latitude and Longitude

Use this calculator to find the shortest distance (great circle/air distance) between two points on the Earth's surface.

  • Degree-Minute-Second

online travel distance calculator

Distance on Map

Click the map below to set two points on the map and find the shortest distance (great circle/air distance) between them. Once created, the marker(s) can be repositioned by clicking and holding, then dragging them.

Distance in a coordinate system

Distance in a 2D coordinate plane:

The distance between two points on a 2D coordinate plane can be found using the following distance formula

d = √ (x 2 - x 1 ) 2 + (y 2 - y 1 ) 2

where (x 1 , y 1 ) and (x 2 , y 2 ) are the coordinates of the two points involved. The order of the points does not matter for the formula as long as the points chosen are consistent. For example, given the two points (1, 5) and (3, 2), either 3 or 1 could be designated as x 1 or x 2 as long as the corresponding y-values are used:

Using (1, 5) as (x 1 , y 1 ) and (3, 2) as (x 2 , y 2 ):

Using (3, 2) as (x 1 , y 1 ) and (1, 5) as (x 2 , y 2 ):

In either case, the result is the same.

Distance in a 3D coordinate space:

The distance between two points on a 3D coordinate plane can be found using the following distance formula

d = √ (x 2 - x 1 ) 2 + (y 2 - y 1 ) 2 + (z 2 - z 1 ) 2

where (x 1 , y 1 , z 1 ) and (x 2 , y 2 , z 2 ) are the 3D coordinates of the two points involved. Like the 2D version of the formula, it does not matter which of two points is designated (x 1 , y 1 , z 1 ) or (x 2 , y 2 , z 2 ), as long as the corresponding points are used in the formula. Given the two points (1, 3, 7) and (2, 4, 8), the distance between the points can be found as follows:

Distance between two points on Earth's surface

There are a number of ways to find the distance between two points along the Earth's surface. The following are two common formulas.

Haversine formula:

The haversine formula can be used to find the distance between two points on a sphere given their latitude and longitude:

haversine formula

In the haversine formula, d is the distance between two points along a great circle, r is the radius of the sphere, ϕ 1 and ϕ 2 are the latitudes of the two points, and λ 1 and λ 2 are the longitudes of the two points, all in radians.

The haversine formula works by finding the great-circle distance between points of latitude and longitude on a sphere, which can be used to approximate distance on the Earth (since it is mostly spherical). A great circle (also orthodrome) of a sphere is the largest circle that can be drawn on any given sphere. It is formed by the intersection of a plane and the sphere through the center point of the sphere. The great-circle distance is the shortest distance between two points along the surface of a sphere.

Results using the haversine formula may have an error of up to 0.5% because the Earth is not a perfect sphere, but an ellipsoid with a radius of 6,378 km (3,963 mi) at the equator and a radius of 6,357 km (3,950 mi) at a pole. Because of this, Lambert's formula (an ellipsoidal-surface formula), more precisely approximates the surface of the Earth than the haversine formula (a spherical-surface formula) can.

Lambert's formula:

Lambert's formula (the formula used by the calculators above) is the method used to calculate the shortest distance along the surface of an ellipsoid. When used to approximate the Earth and calculate the distance on the Earth surface, it has an accuracy on the order of 10 meters over thousands of kilometers, which is more precise than the haversine formula.

Lambert's formula is as follows:

lambert formula

where a is the equatorial radius of the ellipsoid (in this case the Earth), σ is the central angle in radians between the points of latitude and longitude (found using a method such as the haversine formula), f is the flattening of the Earth, and X and Y are expanded below.

x,y of lambert formula

Where P = (β 1 + β 2 )/2 and Q = (β 2 - β 1 )/2

In the expressions above, β 1 and β 1 are reduced latitudes using the equation below:

tan(β) = (1 - f)tan(ϕ)

where ϕ is the latitude of a point.

Note that neither the haversine formula nor Lambert's formula provides an exact distance because it is not possible to account for every irregularity on the surface of the Earth.

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What is distance, the distance formula for euclidean distance, distance to any continuous structure, distance to a line and between 2 lines, how to find the distance using our distance calculator, driving distance between cities: a real-world example, distance from earth to moon and sun - astronomical distances, distance beyond length.

Have you ever wanted to calculate the distance from one point to another, or the distance between cities? Have you ever wondered what the distance definition is? We have all these answers and more, including a detailed explanation of how to calculate the distance between any two objects in 2D space. As a bonus, we have a fascinating topic on how we perceive distances (for example as a percentage difference ); we're sure you'll love it!

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Before we get into how to calculate distances, we should probably clarify what a distance is . The most common meaning is the 1D space between two points. This definition is one way to say what almost all of us think of distance intuitively, but it is not the only way we could talk about distance. You will see in the following sections how the concept of distance can be extended beyond length, in more than one sense that is the breakthrough behind Einstein's theory of relativity.

If we stick with the geometrical definition of distance we still have to define what kind of space we are working in . In most cases, you're probably talking about three dimensions or less, since that's all we can imagine without our brains exploding. For this calculator, we focus only on the 2D distance (with the 1D included as a special case). If you are looking for the 3D distance between 2 points we encourage you to use our 3D distance calculator made specifically for that purpose.

To find the distance between two points, the first thing you need is two points, obviously . These points are described by their coordinates in space. For each point in 2D space, we need two coordinates that are unique to that point. If you wish to find the distance between two points in 1D space you can still use this calculator by simply setting one of the coordinates to be the same for both points . Since this is a very special case, from now on we will talk only about distance in two dimensions.

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The next step, if you want to be mathematical, accurate, and precise , is to define the type of space you're working in. No, wait, don't run away! It is easier than you think. If you don't know what space you're working in or if you didn't even know there is more than one type of space, you're most likely working in Euclidean space . Since this is the "default" space in which we do almost every geometrical operation, and it's the one we have set for the calculator to operate on. Let's dive a bit deeper into Euclidean space , what is it, what properties does it have and why is it so important?

The Euclidean space or Euclidean geometry is what we all usually think of 2D space is before we receive any deep mathematical training in any of these aspects. In Euclidean space, the sum of the angles of a triangle equals 180º and squares have all their angles equal to 90º; always. This is something we all take for granted, but this is not true in all spaces . Let's also not confuse Euclidean space with multidimensional spaces. Euclidean space can have as many dimensions as you want, as long as there is a finite number of them, and they still obey Euclidean rules .

We do not want to bore you with mathematical definitions of what is a space and what makes the Euclidean space unique, since that would be too complicated to explain in a simple distance calculator. However, we can try to give you some examples of other spaces that are commonly used and that might help you understand why Euclidean space is not the only space. Also, you will hopefully understand why we are not going to bother calculating distances in other spaces .

Person running a long distance.

The first example we present to you is a bit obscure, but we hope you can excuse us, as we're physicists , for starting with this very important type of space: Minkowski space . The reason we've selected this is because it's very common in physics , in particular it is used in relativity theory, general relativity and even in relativistic quantum field theory. This space is very similar to Euclidean space, but differs from it in a very crucial feature: the addition of the dot product, also called the inner product (not to be confused with the cross product).

Both the Euclidean and Minkowski space are what mathematicians call flat space . This means that space itself has flat properties; for example, the shortest distance between any two points is always a straight line between them (check the linear interpolation calculator). There are, however, other types of mathematical spaces called curved spaces in which space is intrinsically curved and the shortest distance between two points is no a straight line.

This curved space is hard to imagine in 3D, but for 2D we can imagine that instead of having a flat plane area, we have a 2D space, for example, curved in the shape of the surface of a sphere. In this case, very strange things happen . The shortest distance from one point to another is not a straight line, because any line in this space is curved due to the intrinsic curvature of the space. Another very strange feature of this space is that some parallel lines do actually meet at some point . You can try to understand it by thinking of the so-called lines of longitude that divide the Earth into many time zones and cross each other at the poles.

Curved spaces as possibilities for the universe.

It is important to note that this is conceptually VERY different from a change of coordinates . When we take the standard x , y , z x, y, z x , y , z coordinates and convert into polar, cylindrical, or even spherical coordinates, but we will still be in Euclidean space. When we talk about curved space, we are talking about a very different space in terms of its intrinsic properties . In spherical coordinates, you can still have a straight line and distance is still measured in a straight line, even if that would be very hard to express in numbers.

Pythagoras theorem for the distance.

Coming back to the Euclidean space, we can now present you with the distance formula that we promised at the beginning . The distance formula is

which relates to the Pythagorean Theorem, which states that a 2 + b 2 = c 2 a^2+b^2=c^2 a 2 + b 2 = c 2 . Here, a a a and b b b are legs of a right triangle and c c c is the hypotenuse. Suppose that two points, ( x 1 , y 1 ) (x_1, y_1) ( x 1 ​ , y 1 ​ ) and ( x 2 , y 2 ) (x_2, y_2) ( x 2 ​ , y 2 ​ ) , are coordinates of the endpoints of the hypotenuse . Then ( x 2 − x 1 ) 2 (x_2 - x_1)^2 ( x 2 ​ − x 1 ​ ) 2 in the distance equation corresponds to a 2 a^2 a 2 and ( y 2 − y 1 ) 2 (y_2 - y_1)^2 ( y 2 ​ − y 1 ​ ) 2 corresponds to b 2 b^2 b 2 . Since c = a 2 + b 2 c = \sqrt{a^2 + b^2} c = a 2 + b 2 ​ , you can see why this is just an extension of the Pythagorean theorem .

The distance formula we have just seen is the standard Euclidean distance formula , but if you think about it, it can seem a bit limited. We often don't want to find just the distance between two points. Sometimes we want to calculate the distance from a point to a line or to a circle. In these cases, we first need to define what point on this line or circumference we will use for the distance calculation, and then use the distance formula that we have seen just above.

Here is when the concept of perpendicular line becomes crucial. The distance between a point and a continuous object is defined via perpendicularity. From a geometrical point of view, the first step to measure the distance from one point to another, is to create a straight line between both points, and then measure the length of that segment . When we measure the distance from a point to a line, the question becomes "Which of the many possible lines should I draw?". In this case the answer is: the line from the point that is perpendicular to the first line . This distance will be zero in the case in which the point is a part of the line. For these 1D cases, we can only consider the distance between points, since the line represents the whole 1D space .

Measure distance from a line.

This imposes restrictions on how to compute distances in some interesting geometrical instances. For example, we could redefine the concept of height of a triangle to be simply the distance from one vertex to the opposing side of the triangle. In this case, the triangle area is also redefined in terms of distance, since the area is a function of the height of the triangle.

Let's look at couple examples in 2D space. To calculate the distance between a point and a straight line we could go step by step (calculate the segment perpendicular to the line from the line to the point and the compute its length) or we could simply use this 'handy-dandy' equation :

where the line is given by A x + B y + C = 0 Ax+By+C = 0 A x + B y + C = 0 and the point is defined by ( x 1 , y 1 ) (x_1, y_1) ( x 1 ​ , y 1 ​ ) .

The only problem here is that a straight line is generally given as y = m x + b y=mx+b y = m x + b , so we would need to convert this equation to the previously show form:

so we can see that A = m A=m A = m , B = − 1 B=-1 B = − 1 and C = b C=b C = b . This leaves the previous equation with the following values:

For the distance between 2 lines, we just need to compute the length of the segment that goes from one to the other and is perpendicular to both. Once again, there is a simple formula to help us :

if the lines are A 1 x + B 1 y + C 1 = 0 A_1x+B_1y+C_1=0 A 1 ​ x + B 1 ​ y + C 1 ​ = 0 and A 2 x + B 2 y + C 2 = 0 A_2x+B_2y+C_2=0 A 2 ​ x + B 2 ​ y + C 2 ​ = 0 . We can also convert to slope intercept form and obtain:

for lines y = m 1 x + b 1 y=m_1x+b_1 y = m 1 ​ x + b 1 ​ and y = m 2 x + b 2 y=m_2x+b_2 y = m 2 ​ x + b 2 ​ .

Notice that both line needs to be parallel since otherwise the would touch at some point and their distance would then be d = 0 d=0 d = 0 . That's the reason the formulas omit most of the subscripts since for parallel lines: A 1 = A 2 = A A_1=A_2=A A 1 ​ = A 2 ​ = A and B 1 = B 2 = B B_1=B_2=B B 1 ​ = B 2 ​ = B while in slope intercept form parallel lines are those for which m 1 = m 2 = m m_1=m_2=m m 1 ​ = m 2 ​ = m .

As we have mentioned before, distance can mean many things , which is why we have provided a few different options for you in this calculator. You can calculate the distance between a point and a straight line, the distance between two straight lines (they always have to be parallel), or the distance between points in space. When it comes to calculating the distances between two point, you have the option of doing so in 1, 2, 3, or 4 dimensions. We know, we know, 4 dimensions sounds scary , but you don't need to use that option. And you can always learn more about it by reading some nice resources and playing around with the calculator. We promise it won't break the Internet or the universe.

We have also added the possibility for you to define 3 different points in space, from which you will obtain the 3 pairs of distances between them, so, if you have more than two points, this will save you time. The number of dimensions you are working in will determine the number of coordinates that describe a point, which is why, as you increase the number of dimensions, the calculator will ask for more input values.

Even though using the calculator is very straightforward, we still decided to include a step-by-step solution. This way you can get acquainted with the distance formula and how to use it (as if this was the 1950's and the Internet was still not a thing). Now let's take a look at a practical example: How to find the distance between two points in 2-D.

Suppose you have two coordinates, ( 3 , 5 ) (3, 5) ( 3 , 5 ) and ( 9 , 15 ) (9, 15) ( 9 , 15 ) , and you want to calculate the distance between them. To calculate the 2-D distance between these two points, follow these steps:

  • Input the values into the formula: ( x 2 − x 1 ) 2 + ( y 2 − y 1 ) 2 \sqrt{(x_2-x_1)^2+(y_2-y_1)^2} ( x 2 ​ − x 1 ​ ) 2 + ( y 2 ​ − y 1 ​ ) 2 ​ .
  • In the formula, subtract the values in the parentheses.
  • Square both quantities in the parentheses.
  • Add the results.
  • Take the square root.
  • Use the distance calculator to check your results.

Working out the example by hand, you get:

which is equal to approximately 11.66 11.66 11.66 . Note, that when you take the square root, you will get a positive and negative result, but since you are dealing with distance, you are only concerned with the positive result . The calculator will go through this calculations step by step to give you the result in exact and approximate formats.

Let's take a look of one of the applications of the distance calculator. Suppose you are traveling between cities A and B, and the only stop is in city C, with a route A to B perpendicular to route B to C. We can determine the distance from A to B, and then, knowing the gas price, determine fuel cost , fuel used and cost per person while traveling. The gas calculator, that you can find on our site, can ease that for you.

The difficulty here is to calculate the distances between cities accurately . A straight line (like what we use in this calculator) can be a good approximation, but it can be quite off if the route you're taking is not direct but takes some detour, maybe to avoid mountains or to pass by another city. In that case, just use Google maps or any other tool that calculates the distance along a path not just the distance from one point to another as the crow flies.

Driving the distance between cities.

Our calculator can give proper measurements and predictions for distances between objects, not the length of a path . With this in mind, there are still multiple scenarios in which you might actually be interested in the distance between objects, regardless of the path you would have to take. One such example is the distance between astronomical objects .

When we look at a distance within our Earth, it is hard to go far without bumping into some problems , from the intrinsic curvature of this space (due to the Earth curvature being non-zero) to the limited maximum distance between two points on the Earth. It is because of this, and also because there is a whole universe beyond our Earth , that distances in the universe are of big interest for many people. Since we have no proper means of interplanetary traveling, let alone interstellar travels, let's focus for now on the actual Euclidean distance to some celestial objects. For example the distance from the Earth to the Sun, or the distance from the Earth to the Moon.

These distances are beyond imaginable for our ape-like brains. We struggle to comprehend the size of our planet, never mind the vast, infinite universe. This is so difficult that we need to use either scientific notation or light years, as a unit of distance for such long lengths . The longest trips you can do on Earth are barely a couple thousand kilometers, while the distance from Earth to the Moon, the closest astronomical object to us, is 384,000 km . On top of that, the distance to our closest star, that is the distance from Earth to the Sun , is 150,000,000 km or a little over 8 light minutes .

Star with shortest distance from the Sun.

When you compare these distances with the distance to our second nearest star (Alpha Centauri) , which is 4 light years , suddenly they start to look much smaller. If we want to go even more ridiculous in comparison we can always think about a flight from New York to Sydney, which typically takes more than 20 h and it's merely over 16,000 km , and compare it with the size of the observable universe, which is about 46,600,000,000 light years !

Here, we have inadvertently risen a fascinating point , which is that we measure distances not in length but in time. Thus, we extend the notion of distance beyond its geometrical sense. We will explore this possibility in the next section as we speak about the importance and usefulness of distance beyond the purely geometrical sense . This is a very interesting path to take and is mostly inspired by the philosophical need to extend every concept to have a universal meaning, as well as from the obvious physical theory to mention, when talking about permutations of the space and time, or any other variable that can be measured .

Typically, the concept of distance refers to the geometric Euclidean distance and is linked to length. However, you can extend the definition of distance to mean just the difference between two things , and then a world of possibilities opens up. Suddenly one can decide what is the best way to measure the distance between two things and put it in terms of the most useful quantity. A very simple step to take is to think about the distance between two numbers, which is nothing more than the 1D difference between these numbers . To obtain it, we simply subtract one from the other and the result would be the difference, a.k.a. the distance.

We could jump from this numerical distance to, for example, difference or distance in terms of the percentage difference, which in some cases might provide a better way of comparison . This is still just one level of abstraction in which we simply remove the units of measurement. But what if we were to use different units altogether?

Distance in the 1-dimensional number line.

By extending the concept of distance to mean something closer to difference , we can calculate the difference between two temperatures, or other related quantity like pressure. But we don't need to get really extreme, let's see how two points can be separated by a different distance, depending on the assumptions made . Coming back to the driving distance example, we could measure the distance of the journey in time, instead of length. In this case, we need an assumption to allow such translation; namely the way of transport.

There is a big difference in the time taken to travel 10 km by plane versus the time it takes by car . Sometimes, however, the assumption is clear and implicitly agreed on, like when we measure the lightning distance in time which we then convert to length. This brings up an interesting point, that the conversion factor between distances in time and length is what we call "speed" or "velocity" (remember they are not exactly the same thing). Truth be told, this speed doesn't have to be constant as exemplified by accelerated motions such as that of a free fall under gravitational force, or the one that links stopping time and stopping distance via the breaking force and drag or, in very extreme cases, via the force of a car crash.

Plane flying the distance.

Another place where you can find weird units of distance are in solid state physics, where the distance a particle travels inside of a material is often expressed as an average of interactions or collisions. This distance is linked to length by using the mean free path, which is the mean distance (in length) a particle travels between interactions. If we want to get even more exotic we can think about the distance from the present value to the future value of something like a car.

We don't want to, however, make anyone's brain explode, so please don't think too hard about this . Just take this calculator and use it for length-based distance in 2D space. You can always return to this philosophical view on distances if you ever find yourself bored!

How to find the distance between two points?

To find the distance between two points we will use the distance formula: √[(x₂ - x₁)² + (y₂ - y₁)²]:

  • Get the coordinates of both points in space.
  • Subtract the x-coordinates of one point from the other, same for the y components.
  • Square both results separately.
  • Sum the values you got in the previous step.
  • Find the square root of the result above.

If you think this is too much effort, you can simply use the Distance Calculator from Omni

Is distance a vector?

Distance is not a vector . The distance between points is a scalar quantity, meaning it is only defined by its value. However, the displacement is a vector with value and direction. So the distance between A and B is the same as the distance from B to A, but the displacement is different depending on their order.

What is a klick in distance?

Click is slang for a kilometer which is 0.62 miles. It is actually written with "k" (Klick) as it is derived from the word kilometer. It is commonly used in the military and motorcyclists.

What is the distance formula?

The distance formula is: √[(x₂ - x₁)² + (y₂ - y₁)²] . This works for any two points in 2D space with coordinates (x₁, y₁) for the first point and (x₂, y₂) for the second point. You can memorize it easily if you notice that it is Pythagoras theorem and the distance is the hypothenuse, and the lengths of the catheti are the difference between the x and y components of the points.

How to find the distance of a vector?

The distance of a vector is its magnitude . If you know its components:

  • Take each of the components of the vector and square them.
  • Sum them up.
  • Find the square root of the previous result.
  • Enjoy the good work!

If you know its polar representation , it will be a number and an angle. That number is the magnitude of the vector, which is its distance.

What is the SI unit of distance?

The SI unit of distance is the meter , abbreviated to "m". A meter is approximately 3.28 feet. Other common units in the International System of units are the centimeter (one one-hundredth of a meter, or 0.39 inches) and the kilometer (one thousand meters or 0.62 miles), among others.

What is the distance from A to B?

The distance from A to B is the length of the straight line going from A to B. The distance from B to A is the same as the distance from A to B because distance is a scalar

What is the dimension of distance?

Distance is a measure of one-dimensional space. The distance between two points is the shortest length of 1D space between them. If you divide distance over time you will get speed, which has dimensions of space over time.

Is light-year time or distance?

A light-year is a measurement of distance. It is 9.461×10 12 kilometers or 5.879×10 12 miles, which is the distance traveled by a ray of light in a perfect vacuum over the span of a year.

How to solve for distance with velocity and time?

The velocity and the moving time of an object you can calculate the distance:

  • Make sure the speed and time have compatible units (miles per hour and hours, meter per second, and seconds…).
  • If they aren't, convert them to the necessary units.
  • Multiply the velocity by the time .
  • The result should be the distance traveled in whichever length units your speed was using!

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Use this speed calculator to easily calculate the average speed, distance travelled and the trip duration of a vehicle: car, bus, train, bike, motorcycle, plane etc. Works with miles, feet, kilometers, meters, etc..

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    Speed, Distance & Time Calculation

In order to use the above speed, distance & time calculator, or do such math on your own, you will need to know two out of three metrics: speed, distance, time. You will need to convert the metrics to the same time and distance units, e.g. miles, kilometers, meters, yards, feet, and hours, minutes or seconds. For example, if you have speed in mph (miles per hour), time should also be in hours. If you have distance in kilometers, then speed should also be in km/h (kilometers per hour).

The unit of the result will depend on the units you input, but our speed calculator will conveniently display additional units where appropriate.

    Average Speed formula

The formula for average speed, also called average velocity in physics and engineering, is:

where v is the velocity, d is the distance, and t is the time, so you can read it as Speed = Distance / Time . As noted above, make sure you convert the units appropriately first, or use our speed calculator which does that automatically. The resulting unit will depend on the units for both time and distance, so if your input was in miles and hours, the speed will be in mph. If it was in meters and seconds, it will be in m/s (meters per second).

Example: If you took a plane from New York to Los Angeles and the flight was 5 hours of air time, what was the speed of the plane, given that the flight path was 2450 miles? The answer is 2450 / 5 = 490 mph (miles per hour) average speed. If you want the result in km/h, you can convert from miles to km to get 788.58 km/h.

    Distance formula

The formula for distance, if you know time (duration) and the average speed, is:

Example: If a truck travelled at an average speed of 80 km per hour for 4 hours, how many miles did it cover in that time? To find the miles covered, first, calculate 80 * 4 = 320 km, then convert km to miles by dividing by 1.6093 or by using our km to miles converter to get the answer: 198.84 miles.

    Duration (Time) formula

The time, or more precisely, the duration of the trip, can be calculated knowing the distance and the average speed using the formula:

where d is the distance travelled, v is the speed (velocity) and t is the time, so you can read it as Time = Distance / Speed . Make sure you convert the units so both their distance and time components match, or use our trip duration calculator above which will handle conversions automatically. For example, if you have distance in miles and speed in km/h, you will need to convert speed to mph or distance to kilometers. The time unit of the result will match the time unit of the speed measure, so if it is measured in something per hour, the result will be in hours. If it is measured in some unit per second, the result will be in seconds.

Example: If a train can travel 500 miles with an average speed of 50 miles per hour, how long it would take it to complete a 500-mile route? To find the answer, use the formula and substitute the values, resulting in 500 / 50 = 10 hours.

    How to calculate the average speed of a car?

Say you travelled a certain distance with a car or another vehicle and you want to calculate what its average speed was. The easiest way to do that would be by using the calculator above, but if you prefer, you can also do the math yourself. Either way, you need to know the distance to a satisfactory approximation, for which you can use a map (e.g. Google Maps) to measure the distance from point to point. Make sure you measure closely to the path you took, and not via a straight line, unless you travelled by air in which case that would be a good approximation. Of course, having a GPS reading of the distance would be more precise. Then you need to know the travel time. Make sure you subtract any rests or stops you made from the total trip duration.

If the total distance travelled was 500 miles and the time it took you was 5 hours, then your average speed was 500 / 5 = 100 miles per hour (mph). If the distance was 300 kilometers and it took you 5 hours to cover it, your speed was 300 / 5 = 60 km/h (kilometers per hour).

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If you're planning to travel overseas to another country, you might want to search for the closest airport to your destination. To compare flights, check the list of airlines that fly to each airport or find out if there are nonstop flights to get there faster.

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  1. Distance calculator

    With the distance calculator distance.to you can easily determine distances between world-wide locations. Simply enter any desired location into the search function and you will get the shortest distance (air line) between the points, the route (route planner) as well as all important information. Of course, you can also determine distances ...

  2. Driving Distance Calculator

    Driving distances between two cities. Travelmath helps you find driving distances based on actual directions for your road trip. You can get the distance between cities, airports, states, countries, or zip codes to figure out the best route to travel to your destination. Combine this information with the fuel cost tool to find out how much it ...

  3. Mileage Calculator

    Mileage Calculator. Use the following mileage calculator to determine the travel distance, in terms of miles, and time taken by car to travel between two locations in the United States, disregarding traffic conditions. This mileage calculator estimates the number of driving miles between two locations in the United States.

  4. Travel Distance

    Distance calculator. Travelmath provides an online travel distance calculator to help you measure both flying distances and driving distances. You can then compare the two results to see the difference. Flight distance is computed from a GPS-accurate great circle formula, which gives you the straight line distance "as the crow flies".

  5. Map Distance calculator, Google Maps Distance Calculator

    You can calculate the length of a path, running route, fence, border, or the perimeter of any object that appears on a google map. The distance calculator will then display a measurement of the length in feet, meters, miles and kilometers. Use the distance calculator map to find the distance between multiple points along a line.

  6. Travelmath trip calculator

    What is Travelmath? Travelmath is an online trip calculator that helps you find answers quickly. If you're planning a trip, you can measure things like travel distance and travel time.To keep your budget under control, use the travel cost tools. You can also browse information on flights including the distance and flight time. Or use the section on driving to compare the distance by car, or ...

  7. Distance between cities

    Calculate the distance between cities in the world. You can also get straight and driving distance, trip cost, halfway point, and gas prices for your trip planning needs. Find out the distance between any two cities in the world!

  8. Distance Calculator Find Distance Between Cities

    Distance calculator helps you to find the distance between cities and calculate the flying distance in both kilometers and miles. Distance Calculator. From. To. Find. 0 km. ... With no delays can travel 50 - 60 miles in 1hhour also depends on traffic delays. Sam 2022-08-14 14:53:34. Car Road distances please. mugga 2022-07-24 06:47:01.

  9. Distance Calculator Between Cities & Maps USA

    This distance calculator, covering the United States, North America, and worldwide, simplifies your travel planning. Enter your start and end points in the "From" and "To" fields — accepting city names, addresses, or GPS coordinates — and click "Calculate" to get started. Customize your journey with "Fuel consumption" and "Fuel price" for ...

  10. Distance Calculator

    To calculate the return distance between two places, start by entering start and end locations and then click on return distance to check the distance traveled in return. You can also check the return distance by other travel modes like bus, subway, tram, train and rail.

  11. Distance Calculator

    How To Use. Click to place marker 1. Zoom and drag the map to find the location of marker 2. Click to place marker 2. The distance will be calculated then displayed below the map in miles or kilometers. You can change between miles or km at any time. Add as many points as required and the distance will build up.

  12. Time to Distance Calculator

    Using the Time to Distance Calculator is a straightforward process: Input Distance: Enter the total distance of your journey in the specified unit, such as miles or kilometers. Specify Speed: Input the speed at which you intend to travel. This can be in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).

  13. Multi-Stop Route Planning and Optimization Tools

    Provide up to 26 locations and Route Planner will optimize, based on your preferences, to save you time and gas money. Find the shortest routes between multiple stops and get times and distances for your work or a road trip. Easily enter stops on a map or by uploading a file. Save gas and time on your next trip.

  14. GPS Calculator

    When planning a road trip, a GPS calculator becomes your best friend in estimating travel distances. With the ability to input multiple stops, you can see the total distance, helping you to optimize your route and schedule rest breaks along the way for a comfortable journey. Delivery Route Optimization. If you work in a delivery service, a GPS ...

  15. Distance Calculator

    The distance between two points on a 2D coordinate plane can be found using the following distance formula. d = √ (x2 - x1)2 + (y2 - y1)2. where (x 1, y 1) and (x 2, y 2) are the coordinates of the two points involved. The order of the points does not matter for the formula as long as the points chosen are consistent.

  16. Distance Calculator & Formula

    To find the distance between two points we will use the distance formula: √ [ (x₂ - x₁)² + (y₂ - y₁)²]: Get the coordinates of both points in space. Subtract the x-coordinates of one point from the other, same for the y components. Square both results separately. Sum the values you got in the previous step.

  17. Mileage calculator

    Mileage calculator. Enter your route details and price per mile, and total up your distance and expenses. Routes are automatically saved. You can improve your MPG with our eco-driving advice. Read more information about car running costs in our driving advice section.

  18. Driving Time Calculator

    You can find out how long it will take to drive between any two cities, airports, states, countries, or zip codes. This can also help you plan the best route to travel to your destination. Compare the results with the flight time calculator to see how much longer it might take to drive the distance instead of flying.

  19. Speed Distance Time Calculator

    distance = speed x time. Rate and speed are similar since they both represent some distance per unit time like miles per hour or kilometers per hour. If rate r is the same as speed s, r = s = d/t. You can use the equivalent formula d = rt which means distance equals rate times time. distance = rate x time. To solve for speed or rate use the ...

  20. Speed, Distance & Time Calculator

    Speed, distance, time calculator - calculate the average speed, or the distance travelled, or a trip duration given the other two. Calculate travel speed, distance and trip duration / travel duration for any vehicle: car, bus, train, bike, motorcycle, etc. in miles, feet, kilometers, meters, km/h, mi/h, and more.

  21. Distance Calculator

    Free distance calculator - Compute distance between two points step-by-step

  22. Route planner: route calculation, detailed journey cost

    ViaMichelin is a specialist in route calculation in Europe. Calculate your pedestrian, motorcycle, or car journey for free. Take advantage of our multiple calculation options: the fastest route, the most economical route, or the discovery route (which allows you to choose the most picturesque roads). Provide information about your vehicle ...

  23. Flight Calculator

    Flight calculator. Travelmath provides flight information to help you plan a trip. You can calculate things like the straight line distance between cities. Or if you're taking an international flight and you want to plan your arrival time, check the flight time between airports. You can also book a hotel near the airport.. If you're planning to travel overseas to another country, you might ...