The Moon is about 384,400 km away from Earth on average, or 238,855 miles. Its distance changes because the Moon’s orbit is slightly elliptical, ranging from about 363,300 km at its closest to about 405,500 km at its farthest.

Quick Scoop

  • Average distance: 384,400 km / 238,855 miles.
  • Closest point: about 363,300 km / 225,700 miles.
  • Farthest point: about 405,500 km / 252,000 miles.
  • Light travel time: roughly 1.3 seconds from the Moon to Earth.

If you want, I can also give you the distance in miles, kilometers, or “how many Earths could fit between Earth and the Moon.”