How Long Does it Take to Get to Mars?

May 9, 2013
How Long Does it Take to Get to Mars?

History of Going to Mars:

  • Viking 1 (1976) - 335 days

  • Viking 2 (1976) - 360 days

  • Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (2006) - 210 days

  • Phoenix Lander (2008) - 295 days

  • Curiosity Lander (2012) - 253 days

    • Why Does it Take So Long?:

    How to Get to Mars with the Least Amount of Fuel:

    Other Ideas to Decrease the Travel Time to Mars:

    Future Missions to Mars: