Distance Calculator
Calculate distances between points using various methods: Euclidean, Manhattan, and geographic distances with detailed step-by-step solutions.
Distance Calculation
Choose calculation type and enter coordinates or locations
Point 1
Point 2
Types of Distance Calculations
Euclidean Distance
The straight-line distance between two points in space. This is the "as the crow flies" distance and represents the shortest possible path between two points in Euclidean geometry.
Uses: Computer graphics, physics simulations, clustering algorithms
Manhattan Distance
The distance between two points measured along grid lines at right angles. Named after the grid-like layout of Manhattan's streets where you can only move horizontally or vertically.
Uses: Urban planning, logistics, certain machine learning algorithms
Geographic Distance
The shortest distance between two points on the surface of a sphere (like Earth). Uses the Haversine formula to account for the Earth's curvature.
Uses: GPS navigation, aviation, maritime navigation, geographic analysis
When to Use Each
• Euclidean: Physical measurements, computer graphics, scientific calculations
• Manhattan: City navigation, warehouse logistics, grid-based games
• Geographic: Real-world locations, travel distances, mapping applications