The Minecraft map is huge, and walking across it gets old fast. I have lost real minutes walking back from a diamond trip on foot, and I only stopped when I learned how to teleport. It saves a lot of time, but the right method depends on how you play.
If you play with cheats on, one short command takes you anywhere. If you play in plain survival, you can still travel quickly with ender pearls, chorus fruit, or Nether portals. This guide covers all of them, for both Java Edition and Bedrock Edition, with simple steps you can copy.
Ways to Teleport in Minecraft
| Method | Needs cheats? | Best for |
|---|---|---|
/tp command | Yes | Going to exact coordinates or to a friend |
| Ender pearl | No | Short jumps in survival |
| Chorus fruit | No | Small random hops, mostly in the End |
| Nether portals | No | Fast travel over long distances |
| Command block | Yes (to build it) | Teleport pads and lobbies |
What Is the Teleport Command?
The teleport command moves a player or a mob to a new place. It is written /tp, and /teleport does exactly the same thing. You can send yourself, another player, or an entity to a set of coordinates, or to another player.
The command works in nearly every version of the game, so the same basic idea applies on Java, Bedrock, mobile, and console.
How to Find Your Coordinates
Before you teleport, you need to know where to go. Coordinates come as three numbers: X (east and west), Y (height), and Z (north and south). Sea level is around Y 63.
On Java Edition on PC, press F3 and look at the left side of the screen. On a laptop you may need Fn and F3 together.
On Bedrock Edition, open the world settings and turn on Show Coordinates. They then appear in the corner of the screen. This works on phones, tablets, consoles, and Windows.
Write down the places you care about, like your base and a mine. If you want to teleport to a friend, you can skip this step, because you can use their name instead.
How to Turn On Cheats
The /tp command only works when commands are allowed.
On Bedrock, open the world settings and switch on Activate Cheats. You can do this when you create a world or later. Be careful, because turning on cheats stops you from earning achievements in that world.
On Java, switch on Allow Commands when you create the world. For a world that already exists, pause the game, choose Open to LAN, and set Allow Cheats to On. That works until you close the world.
On a server, you need operator permission. The server owner can give it to you with /op yourname.
How to Open the Chat
You type commands in the chat box.
- PC: press T, or press the slash key to start with a /.
- Phone or tablet: tap the chat icon at the top of the screen.
- Console: press right on the D-pad.
How to Teleport With the /tp Command
Teleport to Coordinates
Type the command, then the three numbers:
/tp @s 200 70 -150The @s means "myself". You land at X 200, Y 70, Z -150. If you leave out @s, the game uses you as the target in most cases, but adding it makes the command clear.
Pick a Y value that is above the ground. If the spot is inside stone, you can suffocate. If you are not sure how high the ground is, use a high Y like 100 and let yourself drop.
Teleport to a Player
To go to a friend, use their name:
/tp @s SteveTo bring a friend to you, switch the order:
/tp Steve @sTo send one player to another, write both names:
/tp Alex SteveTo bring everyone to you before a group trip, use @a:
/tp @a @sUse Relative Coordinates
A tilde (~) means "from where you are now". It is great when you do not want exact numbers.
| Command | What it does |
|---|---|
/tp @s ~ ~10 ~ | Moves you 10 blocks up |
/tp @s ~50 ~ ~ | Moves you 50 blocks east |
/tp @s ^ ^ ^10 | Moves you 10 blocks forward, in the direction you are facing |
The caret (^) is used for local coordinates, which follow where you are looking.
Face a Direction After You Teleport
You can also set where the player looks. Java uses a facing option, for example /tp @s 100 70 100 facing 0 70 0. Bedrock lets you add the rotation numbers after the coordinates.
Java and Bedrock: What Is Different?
The commands look almost the same, but a few small things differ.
| Feature | Java Edition | Bedrock Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Command names | /tp and /teleport | /tp and /teleport |
| Show coordinates | F3 screen | Show Coordinates setting |
| Selectors like @a and @s | Supported | Supported |
| Block check option | Not available | checkForBlocks to stop a teleport into blocks |
| Switch dimension | /execute in with the dimension name | Different method, check your version |
If a command works on one edition but not the other, check the syntax first. Small details like extra spaces or a missing coordinate are the most common reason.
How to Teleport to a Village or Another Structure
You can find a village and then teleport to it in two steps.
On Java, type /locate structure #minecraft:village. On Bedrock, type /locate structure village. The game prints coordinates for the nearest village. In Java chat you can click the coordinates to start a teleport command. Then use /tp @s X Y Z with those numbers and a safe Y.
How to Teleport in Survival Mode Without Cheats
Most guides skip this part, so here it is. In survival you can turn cheats off and still travel fast.
Ender Pearls
An ender pearl is the best survival teleport. Throw it, and you appear where it lands. You get pearls from endermen, from trading with a cleric villager, and from bartering with piglins in the Nether.
Endermen are neutral. They only attack if you look at them or hit them, so bring armor and a sword. They mostly live in the End, but you can also find them at night in dark places in the Overworld and in the Nether.
The pearl has a cost. In survival you take fall damage of about two and a half hearts when you land. I once lost half my health that way when I ran from an enderman, so do not throw one when your health is low. In Creative mode, pearls still work and you take no damage.
Chorus Fruit
Chorus fruit grows in the End. Eating one teleports you a short distance, up to about eight blocks, in a random direction. It works even when your food bar is full. It is useful for small hops and for escaping, but it is random, so do not use it near lava or the void.
Nether Portals
One block in the Nether equals eight blocks in the Overworld. That makes the Nether the best way to travel far on foot. Build a portal at your base, walk a short distance in the Nether, and build another one. When you step through, you come out in the Overworld much farther away.
Pro Tip: To link portals accurately, divide your Overworld X and Z coordinates by 8 (keep Y roughly the same) to find the exact spot where your Nether portal should be built.
Be careful with the Nether, because it has lava and hostile mobs. Always carry a few blocks and some fire resistance if you have it.
Teleporting With Command Blocks
A command block can run /tp for you. Put one down, type /tp @p 150 70 -200, and connect it to a button, plate, or lever. When a player presses it, the nearest player teleports. This is how builders make teleport pads and lobbies on servers. Command blocks are made with cheats, and they need cheats on to work.
Teleport Commands on Servers
On many servers, normal players cannot use /tp. The server owner can give you permission, or the server may use plugins with commands such as /tpa, /home, and /warp. Those commands come from the plugin, not from vanilla Minecraft, so their names can change from server to server.
Why Your Teleport Command Is Not Working
Most problems come from a short list of mistakes.
"Unknown command"
Cheats are probably off, or there is a typo. Turn on cheats and check the spelling.
"No entity was found"
The player name is spelled wrong or the player is offline. Names are case-sensitive in some cases, so copy it exactly.
You Land in a Wall or in the Air
The Y value was wrong. Use a higher Y so you do not end up inside blocks, or on Bedrock use checkForBlocks.
Nothing Happens in a Plugin Server
The server may block the command. Ask an admin for permission or use the server's own teleport command.
Tips for Safe Teleporting
Write down your base coordinates when you start a world. Use a bed to set your spawn near the base. Keep a water bucket and a few blocks in your pack for bad landings. If you teleport into the Nether, remember that your coordinates there are different from the Overworld.
For more ideas on planning your time, see how long is a day in Minecraft, and if you need a first night plan, read how to play Minecraft. A paper map also helps you decide where to go, so check how to create a map in Minecraft.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the teleport command in Minecraft?
It is /tp, or /teleport. You type it in the chat with cheats on, followed by a target and a location.
Do I need cheats to teleport?
For /tp, yes. In survival without cheats, you can use ender pearls, chorus fruit, or Nether portals.
How do I teleport to coordinates in Minecraft?
Open the chat and type /tp @s X Y Z, replacing the letters with your numbers. For example, /tp @s 100 70 200.
How do I teleport to another player?
Type /tp @s PlayerName. To bring them to you, type /tp PlayerName @s.
Does /tp work on Bedrock and Java?
Yes. The basic commands are the same on both editions. Only a few extra options are different.
Can I teleport on a phone?
Yes. Tap the chat icon, type the command, and send it. You need a world with cheats on.
How do I get ender pearls?
Defeat endermen, trade with a cleric villager, or barter with piglins in the Nether.
Do ender pearls work in Creative mode?
Yes. They work, and you take no fall damage from them.
Conclusion
To teleport in Minecraft, turn on cheats and use /tp with coordinates or a player's name. If you play without cheats, throw an ender pearl, eat chorus fruit, or build Nether portals for faster travel. Start by writing down your base coordinates, because every method gets easier when you know where you are.
If you are still learning the game, our guide on how to play Minecraft is a good next step.
