ScienceMe - June 9 2005
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How far is the moon from the Earth?

Since the moon's orbit is elliptical, its distance varies from about 221,463 miles (356,334 km) at its closest approach to Earth to 251, 968 miles (405,503km) at its farthest point, with the average distance being 238,857 miles (384,392km).

Source: The Handy Answer Science Book