20 Space Myths You Probably Believe (But Shouldn’t)

15. The International Space Station is Far from Earth

Many imagine the International Space Station (ISS) as distant, but it actually orbits much closer than you might think. The ISS circles Earth at an altitude of about 250 miles—roughly the distance from New York to Washington, D.C. This proximity allows for relatively quick travel to and from the station. Read more ISS facts from NASA.