Miles to Kilometers Converter
Convert miles (mi) to kilometers (km)
Result
1.609344 km
Kilometers
1 mi = 1.609344 km
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How to convert miles to kilometers
One mile equals 1.609344 kilometers, so multiply the number of miles by 1.609344.
km = mi × 1.609344
1 mi = 1.609344 km · 1 km = 0.6213712 mi
Worked example
To convert 5 miles to kilometers: 5 mi × 1.609344 = 8.04672 km.
About miles (mi)
A mile is 5,280 feet, exactly 1.609344 km. Road distances in the US and UK are measured in miles.
About kilometers (km)
A kilometer is 1,000 metres. Road distances and speed limits in India and most countries use kilometres.
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Frequently asked questions
How many kilometers are in one mile?
One mile equals 1.609344 kilometers.
How many miles are in one kilometer?
One kilometer equals 0.6213712 miles.
How do I convert miles to kilometers?
Use the formula km = mi × 1.609344. For example, 5 mi × 1.609344 = 8.04672 km.