Distance Formula Calculator (3D)
Calculate the straight-line distance between two points in 3D space.
About this calculator
The Distance Formula Calculator (3D) on NumberCals is a free, mobile-friendly tool for anyone needing to calculate the straight-line distance between two points in 3d space. Enter your values in the form below and the result is computed instantly — no sign-up, no installation, no waiting.
Formula used
d = √((x₂−x₁)² + (y₂−y₁)² + (z₂−z₁)²)
What you'll need
- x₁ (e.g. 0)
- y₁ (e.g. 0)
- z₁ (e.g. 0)
- x₂ (e.g. 3)
- y₂ (e.g. 4)
- z₂ (e.g. 12)
What you'll get
- Distance
Formula
d = √((x₂−x₁)² + (y₂−y₁)² + (z₂−z₁)²)
Result
Frequently Asked Questions
Where would I use 3D distance? +
3D modelling, robotics, physics simulations, video games, GPS-with-altitude, drone trajectory planning.
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