What is Distance? Distance is the total length of the path traveled by an object between two points. It is a scalar quantity, meaning it has magnitude but no direction. Distance measures how much ground an object has covered during its motion. The Distance Formula The basic formula for calculating distance, when speed and time are known, is: Distance = Speed × Time Where: Speed is the rate at which an object is moving. Time is the duration for which the object has been moving. Units of Distance The units of distance depend on the units used for speed and time. Here are some common units: Meters (m) : Used when speed is in meters per second (m/s) and time is in seconds. Kilometers (km) : Used when speed is in kilometers per hour (km/h) and time is in hours.
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