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You can calculate the length of a path, running route, fence, border, or the perimeter of any object that appears on a google map. The distance calculator will then display a measurement of the length in feet, meters, miles and kilometers.
To measure the distance between two points: On your computer, open Google Maps. Right-click on your starting point. Select Measure distance. To create a path to measure, click...
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You can calculate the length of a path, running route, fence, border, or the perimeter of any object that appears on a google map. The distance calculator will then display a measurerment of the length in feet, meters, miles and kilometers.
This tool can measure two types of distance types, the first is straight line distance also known as Rhumb line distance. The second tools measures great circle distance which is the shortest distance between two points on the globe; this is the flight path an air plane would follow. Easily measure distances on a map.
Learn how to calculate the distance between points, and when you should quantify distances via straight line distance or route distance in Google Maps Platform.
The Mapping and Distance Tools website lets you determine the compass bearing between sets of points. Zoom in to your desired area, click on “Start A Course”, and then click on the points you want (or enter a name or address to create a point).
