How to convert miles to kilometers
One mile is exactly 1.609344 kilometers (1,760 yards). To turn miles into km, multiply by 1.609.
Formula: km = miles × 1.609344
Example: 26.2 miles × 1.609344 = 42.16 km (a marathon)
mi to km table
| Miles (mi) | Kilometers (km) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.8 |
| 1 | 1.61 |
| 2 | 3.22 |
| 3 | 4.83 |
| 5 | 8.05 |
| 10 | 16.09 |
| 13.1 | 21.08 |
| 15 | 24.14 |
| 20 | 32.19 |
| 25 | 40.23 |
| 26.2 | 42.16 |
| 30 | 48.28 |
| 50 | 80.47 |
| 60 | 96.56 |
| 70 | 112.65 |
| 100 | 160.93 |
| 200 | 321.87 |
| 500 | 804.67 |
| 1,000 | 1,609.34 |
Values are rounded to 2 decimal places.
Good to know
- A nautical mile (sea and air) is longer: 1.852 km
- UK road signs show miles; most of the world uses km
- A mile run in 8 minutes is a pace of about 4:58 per km
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- Type a number in the From box — the answer appears straight away
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Frequently asked questions
How many km is 1 mile?
1.609 kilometers (exactly 1.609344).
How do I convert miles to km in my head?
Multiply by 1.6: 50 miles × 1.6 = 80 km (exact: 80.47 km).
Is a nautical mile the same as a mile?
No. A nautical mile is 1,852 m — about 15% longer than a land mile of 1,609 m.
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