Jupiter's distance from Earth and the Sun varies because both planets are constantly moving in their orbits. Here's how to understand the distances:

Jupiter's Distance from the Sun:

* Average Distance: 778.5 million kilometers (483.6 million miles)

* Minimum Distance (Perihelion): 740.5 million kilometers (460.3 million miles)

* Maximum Distance (Aphelion): 816.6 million kilometers (507.8 million miles)

Jupiter's Distance from Earth:

* Minimum Distance: 588 million kilometers (365 million miles) - This occurs when Earth is between Jupiter and the Sun.

* Maximum Distance: 968 million kilometers (602 million miles) - This occurs when Earth is on the opposite side of the Sun from Jupiter.

Key Point: Because the planets are constantly moving, the exact distance between Jupiter and Earth changes all the time.