how far is the moon?

The average distance from the Earth to the Moon is about 384,400 kilometers (238,855 miles). However, since the Moon orbits Earth in an elliptical path, this distance varies. At its closest point (perigee), the Moon is approximately 356,500 kilometers (221,500 miles) away, and at its farthest point (apogee), it is about 406,700 kilometers (252,700 miles) away. This means the Moon's distance from Earth fluctuates but averages around 384,400 kilometers (238,855 miles).