The most interesting discovery on Triton's surface was the presence of geyser-like volcanic vents (the black spots) that were apparently spewing nitrogen gas along with fine, dark particles. The Triton dust rose up to five miles high before descending back to the moon's surface. Triton also has a very thin atmosphere.
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- Assuming a direct flight at the fastest speed yet attained (44,000 MPH I think) it
would take 6.9 years.
That is assuming no time for acceleration or deceleration.
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