The Sun is not a fixed distance away from Earth. It's actually in an elliptical orbit, meaning it gets closer and farther away from Earth at different points in the year.

Here's a breakdown:

* Average distance: The average distance from the Earth to the Sun is about 93 million miles (150 million kilometers). This distance is also called an astronomical unit (AU).

* Closest point (Perihelion): In early January, Earth is closest to the Sun, at about 91.4 million miles (147.1 million kilometers).

* Farthest point (Aphelion): In early July, Earth is farthest from the Sun, at about 94.5 million miles (152.1 million kilometers).

So, while the average distance is a good general estimate, the actual distance varies throughout the year.