The phrase "how far is it" typically refers to inquiring about the distance between two locations or points. The distance can be measured in different ways such as:

• Straight line distance ("as the crow flies"), which is the shortest distance between two points on the Earth's surface.
• Driving or travel distance, which is the distance covered when traveling by road or other modes of transport.

Various online tools and calculators are available to measure distances between addresses, cities, or coordinates, showing results in units such as kilometers, miles, or nautical miles. These tools often display the distance on maps for better visualization and accuracy, sometimes integrating Earth's curvature for precise measurements.

If more specific information about distance between particular locations is needed, please specify the places or context.