Miles To Km Converter (Miles To Kilometers)

How to Convert Miles to Kilometers

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Joe Sexton

Joe is the creator of Inch Calculator and has over 20 years of experience in engineering and construction. He holds several degrees and certifications.

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Sexton, J. (n.d.). Miles To Km Converter (Miles To Kilometers). Inch Calculator. Retrieved November 17, 2024, from https://www.inchcalculator.com/convert/mile-to-kilometer/

The fastest way to convert miles to km (kilometers) is to use this simple formula:

kilometers = miles × 1.609344

The distance in kilometers is equal to the distance in miles multiplied by 1.609344. Since one mile is equal to 1.609344 kilometers^[1], that's the conversion ratio used in the formula.

How Many Kilometers Are in a Mile?

There are 1.609344 kilometers in a mile, which is why we use this value in the formula above.

1 mi = 1.609344 km

How to Convert Miles to Kilometers Without a Calculator

Multiplying by the conversion ratio of 1.609344 might be quick using a calculator, but what if you want to convert miles to kilometers without one?

While it's not nearly as accurate, there's actually a pretty easy method for converting in your head that will get you close.

multiply miles by 1 (50 x 1 = 1) multiply miles by .6 (50 x .6 = 5 x 6 = 30) add them together (50 + 30 = 80 mi) Follow these three steps to convert miles to kilometers:

• Multiply miles by 1
• Multiply miles by .6
• Add these two values together

Miles and kilometers are both units used to measure distance or length. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.