Km to miles

One km equals 0.6213711922 mi. Type any number and the answer appears as you type — the maths happens in your browser.

Result

Common values

km miles
1 km 0.62137119 mi
2 km 1.2427424 mi
3 km 1.8641136 mi
5 km 3.106856 mi
10 km 6.2137119 mi
15 km 9.3205679 mi
20 km 12.427424 mi
25 km 15.53428 mi
50 km 31.06856 mi
100 km 62.137119 mi
500 km 310.6856 mi
1000 km 621.37119 mi

How to use

  1. Enter the number of km in the field.
  2. The result in miles updates on every keystroke.
  3. Use the table below for the values people look up most often.

Formula and reverse conversion

The formula

To convert by hand: mi = km ÷ 1.609344. Going back the other way, one mi is 1.609344 km.

Where the odd number comes from

The factor is not a round number because the imperial units are defined through the metric ones by international agreement: an inch is exactly 25.4 mm and a pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg. Everything else follows from those definitions.

mi = km ÷ 1.609344

Frequently asked questions

How many miles are in one km?

One km is 0.6213711922 mi.

How do I convert km to miles?

Multiply by the factor: mi = km ÷ 1.609344.

Is the result exact?

The factors are the exact legal definitions, and up to ten significant digits are kept in the answer. Rounding happens only in the display.

How do I convert miles back to km?

One mi is 1.609344 km — or open the reverse page linked below.

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