Need to convert miles to kilometres? Whether you’re planning a trip, tracking your fitness goals, or working on a project, knowing how to switch between miles and kilometres is essential. One mile is equal to approximately 1.60934 kilometres, making this conversion useful for international travel, logistics, and distance measurements.
Miles to Kilometers Converter
Conversion Formula:
1 mile = 1.60934 kilometers
To convert miles to km: km = miles × 1.60934
Quick Reference Table:
Miles | Kilometres |
---|---|
1 | 1.61 |
5 | 8.05 |
10 | 16.09 |
26.2 | 42.2 |
Common Uses for This Conversion:
Understanding road distances in metric system countries
Running, cycling, and fitness tracking
International shipping and logistics
Travel planning and GPS navigation
Converting distances in scientific studies
Popular Distance Comparisons:
A marathon (26.2 miles) = 42.195 km
A 5K race = 3.1 miles
A mile walk takes about 15-20 minutes
International Travel Tip
Most countries worldwide use kilometres for road distances and speed limits, while the United States, the UK (for roads), and a few others use miles. If you’re travelling abroad, this conversion tool helps you quickly understand road signs, travel distances, and navigation apps in different countries.
Use this mile to Km Converter to get instant and accurate results! Just enter the miles, and our tool will do the rest.