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LESSON 3 · Humanity's Journey to Space

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How long would a round trip to Mars take?

About 2 to 3 years total

The trip to Mars takes 7-9 months each way, but the crew must wait roughly 18 months on the surface for Earth and Mars to be in the right positions for a return flight.

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