Distance Calculator with Longitude & Latitude in Meters
Distance calculation using longitude and latitude is a crucial aspect of geospatial analysis. Our interactive meter calculator simplifies this process, making it accessible to everyone.
- Enter the latitude and longitude of the first point.
- Enter the latitude and longitude of the second point.
- Click the ‘Calculate’ button.
The Haversine formula is used to calculate the distance between two points on the surface of a sphere given their longitudes and latitudes. The formula is as follows:
a = sin²(Δlat/2) + cos(lat1) * sin²(Δlon/2)
c = 2 * asin(√a)
d = R * c
where Δlat and Δlon are the differences between the latitudes and longitudes of the two points, lat1 is the latitude of the first point, R is the radius of the Earth (6371 km), and d is the distance between the two points.
| Method | Accuracy | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Haversine | High | Fast |
| Vincenty’s | Very High | Slower |
- Always use the Haversine formula for distances up to 50 km.
- For longer distances, consider using Vincenty’s formula.
- Ensure the latitude and longitude values are in decimal degrees.
What is the difference between latitude and longitude?
Latitude and longitude are coordinates that define the location of a point on Earth. Latitude measures the angle north or south of the Earth’s equator, while longitude measures the angle east or west of the prime meridian.
For more information, see the USGS guide on finding latitude and longitude.