How well do you know the world?
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The Distance Guessing Game is a free online geography challenge where you estimate the straight-line distance between two real-world locations. Across 10 rounds featuring city pairs like New York to Los Angeles and Tokyo to Sydney, you use a slider or type a number to lock in your guess. Points are awarded based on accuracy, with a maximum of 1,000 points possible.
Each round displays two locations with their city name, country, and a flag emoji. You choose between miles or kilometers, then adjust a slider or type a distance to make your guess. After locking in, a map animation reveals the actual straight-line distance with dots and a dashed line connecting the two points. Points are awarded on a tiered system: within 10% earns 100 points, within 25% earns 75, and so on. After all 10 rounds, you see a detailed breakdown with your best and worst guesses.
Each round shows two real-world locations. You estimate the straight-line distance between them using a slider or by typing a number. Closer guesses earn more points: within 10% gets 100 points, within 25% gets 75, within 50% gets 50, within 100% gets 25, and beyond scores 0. There are 10 rounds with a maximum score of 1,000.
Scoring 600 or above earns the "Frequent Flyer" rating, and 800+ makes you a "World Navigator." The average score for most players is around 350-500 points. The hardest rounds involve intercontinental distances like Buenos Aires to Beijing.
Yes, the game supports both miles and kilometers. You can toggle between units at any time during the game using the unit toggle buttons. Your preference is saved automatically for future games.
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Last updated: March 2026 · whatifs.fun — Free interactive games, experiments & simulations