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How Long Does It Take to Get to Mars?
The Distance and Orbital Path Between Earth and Mars The distance between Earth and Mars varies depending on the position of the two planets in their respective orbits around the Sun. At their closest approach, known as opposition, Mars and Earth are about 33.9 million miles (54.6 million kilometers) apart. At their farthest distance, known as conjunction, they can be…
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How Long Does it Take to Get to Mars?
The Distance between Earth and Mars Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun, and its distance from Earth varies depending on the positions of the two planets in their respective orbits. The closest Mars gets to Earth is approximately 34 million miles (55 million kilometers), while the farthest is approximately 250 million miles (401 million kilometers). The distance between…
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