Warp Speed Calculator
Compute v/c and time to travel a distance at warp W (approximate).
How to Use This Calculator
1
Enter warp factor
Warp 1 equals c. This approximation applies best for W < 9 (TNG scale).
2
Enter distance
Use light-years to get time in years.
Formula
v/c \u2248 W^3.3333333333333335, t (years) = D / (v/c)
Different Star Trek eras use different warp scales; this uses a common TNG-era approximation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this canonical?
Warp scales vary in canon and sources. This tool gives a practical estimate, not official values.
What about warp ≥ 9?
Near warp 9 the scale becomes non-linear and diverges; this approximation underestimates speeds.