Distance Between Two Addresses

Distance Between Two Addresses: Free Online Calculator

This free tool compares direct, driving, walking, and cycling distance between any two addresses on an interactive map. Enter both addresses, then switch modes to see the route, distance, and estimated travel time in kilometers or miles. No account or download required: it works directly in your browser.

How to Measure the Distance Between Two Addresses

1. Search for your first address: type it into the search bar at the top of the page and press Enter. The map will navigate to that location.
2. Click to place a point: click on the map to drop a numbered marker at your first address.
3. Search for your second address: type the destination into the search bar and navigate there.
4. Click to place the second point: the direct distance is calculated instantly and displayed in both kilometers and miles.
5. Compare travel modes: choose Drive, Walk, or Bike to follow the relevant road and path network and see an estimated travel time.
6. Share your measurement: click Share to copy a link that anyone can open to see the exact same measurement.

What Is Straight-Line Distance?

Straight-line distance: also called "as the crow flies" distance: is the shortest path between two points on the Earth's surface, calculated along a great circle. It does not follow roads, terrain, or any physical obstacle. The Haversine formula, first published by James Inman in 1805, is the standard algorithm used by mapping tools to compute this distance from latitude and longitude coordinates. It is accurate to within 0.5%, using the Earth's mean radius of 6,371 km.

Driving distance is typically 20–40% longer than straight-line distance because roads follow the existing street grid rather than a direct path.

Common Uses for Address Distance Calculation

• Real estate: check whether a property falls within a school catchment area or is within walking distance of amenities. According to the National Association of Realtors, proximity to schools and work is among the top three criteria home buyers consider.
• Logistics and delivery: define service zones or check whether a delivery address is within a set radius of a depot.
• Travel planning: estimate straight-line flight distances or compare the proximity of hotels and attractions.
• Outdoor activities: measure hiking or cycling routes where roads aren't the constraint.
• Property surveys: measure boundary perimeters and land parcel areas in acres or m².

Tool Features at a Glance

• Dual address input: type both addresses into the From / To form and click Calculate Distance. The map automatically places both points and shows the result.
• Direct, Drive, Walk, and Bike modes: compare the shortest direct distance with road-following driving, pedestrian, and cycling routes and estimated travel times.
• Click-to-place mode: for pinpoint accuracy, click anywhere on the map to drop a numbered waypoint. Drag any marker to fine-tune its position.
• Multi-stop paths: add as many intermediate waypoints as you need. Each segment distance is listed individually, and the panel shows the running total.
• Area measurement: close a polygon with three or more points to calculate enclosed area in m², km², and acres alongside perimeter.
• Shareable links: the Share button encodes all your points and map position into a URL. Recipients see the identical measurement with no account required.
• km / miles toggle: both units are shown simultaneously; use the toolbar buttons to set which appears as the primary value.
• Globe view and multiple map styles: switch between standard street map, light, and topographic views, or enable the 3-D globe projection.

Tips for Getting Accurate Results

• Use full addresses rather than just city names when precision matters (e.g., for school catchment checks or property boundary work). The geocoder will resolve to the exact building centroid.
• Zoom in before clicking to place points. The closer the zoom level, the more accurately your click lands on the intended location.
• Drag waypoints after placing them: you don't need to undo and redo. Every marker is draggable; the distances update in real time as you move it.
• Use Close shape for land parcels: once you trace a property boundary with three or more points and close the polygon, area in acres is shown instantly. Useful for estimating lot size when official survey documents aren't available.
• Compare like with like: use Direct for proximity or flight estimates, Drive for road trips, Walk for pedestrian paths, and Bike for cycle-friendly routes.

More Reference Distances Between Well-Known Locations

• New York to Los Angeles: 3,940 km (2,450 miles)
• London to Paris: 340 km (211 miles)
• New York to London: 5,570 km (3,460 miles)
• Sydney to Melbourne: 714 km (444 miles)
• Los Angeles to Tokyo: 8,815 km (5,478 miles)
• Mumbai to Delhi: 1,148 km (713 miles)
• Toronto to Montreal: 504 km (313 miles)
• Berlin to Vienna: 524 km (326 miles)
• Dubai to Singapore: 5,840 km (3,629 miles)
• São Paulo to Buenos Aires: 1,750 km (1,087 miles)
• Chicago to Houston: 1,515 km (941 miles)
• Amsterdam to Brussels: 174 km (108 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tool free?

Yes. The distance calculator is completely free to use with no account required. Unlimited measurements, shareable links, and area calculation are all included at no cost.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. The tool is fully responsive and works on iOS and Android browsers. Tap to place points, pinch to zoom, and share measurements directly from your phone.

Can I measure area as well as distance?

Yes. After placing three or more points, click Close shape to close the polygon. The tool shows perimeter and enclosed area in m², km², and acres.

How many points can I add?

There is no hard limit. You can add dozens of waypoints to measure multi-stop routes. Each segment's individual distance is shown alongside the total path length.

Can I measure the distance between two countries or continents?

Yes. The Haversine formula works for any two points on Earth, including intercontinental distances. Simply search for each city or landmark and click to place points. The tool handles great-circle calculations automatically, so distances across oceans are just as accurate as local ones.

How is this different from Google Maps distance?

This tool keeps direct, driving, walking, and cycling distance together so you can compare them quickly. Direct distance remains useful for proximity checks, school catchment areas, delivery zone radii, and flight estimation; the travel modes follow OpenStreetMap roads and paths. For turn-by-turn navigation, use a dedicated navigation app.

What does "as the crow flies" mean?

"As the crow flies" is an idiom for the shortest possible path between two points, ignoring roads, terrain, and obstacles: the path a bird would take flying in a straight line. Mathematically, it corresponds to the great-circle distance on the Earth's surface.

Can I undo a point I placed by mistake?

Yes. Click the Undo button in the toolbar, or press Backspace on your keyboard, to remove the last placed point. Click Clear all to reset the entire measurement.

Related Free Map Tools

• Map Radius Tool: draw a circle of a given radius around any address and visualize who or what falls inside it.
• Route Planner: build multi-stop driving, walking, or cycling routes with shareable directions.
• Draw Circle on Map: mark delivery zones, school catchment areas, or neighborhood boundaries.
• Draw on a Map: annotate any map with freehand lines, markers, and shapes, then share the result as a link.

Guides & Tutorials

• Share custom walking directions: when Google Maps misses a pedestrian shortcut, draw the route and share a link
• Draw on Google Maps alternative: when a dedicated annotation tool is better for visual explanations