यहाँ से कितनी दूर है?

You can use this phrase on its own or add a destination at the beginning. For example, Station yahan se kitni door hai? (How far is the station from here?). Because Hindi often drops pronouns, you don't need to say 'it' or 'the place.' Just point or name the spot and drop the phrase. It works for both walking distances and long-distance travel.

Use it when you are lost or planning your day. It is perfect for talking to rickshaw drivers or locals on the street. Use it at a hotel reception to gauge if you can walk to a nearby temple. You can even use it while trekking to ask a fellow hiker how much more 'pain' is left before the summit. It is a survival phrase for anyone traveling in India.

Don't use this if you are asking about emotional distance or metaphorical gaps. It is strictly for physical geography. Also, avoid using it if you are already standing right in front of the place; you will get a very confused look! If you are asking about the time it takes rather than distance, you might prefer asking Kitna time lagega? (How much time will it take?).

In India, distance is often measured in time rather than kilometers. If you ask Yahan se kitni door hai?, don't be surprised if someone answers 'Ten minutes' instead of 'One kilometer.' Traffic is the great equalizer of distance in Indian metros. People are generally very helpful with directions, but they might overestimate your walking speed. Always take a 'five-minute walk' answer with a grain of salt and a smile.

You might hear Kitni doori hai? which is slightly more formal. In casual slang, people might just say Aur kitna hai? (How much more?). If you are asking about a feminine noun (like Dukan - shop), the word kitni stays the same as it refers to the distance (door), which is treated as feminine in this specific construction. It is a versatile tool for your linguistic kit.