Practical measurement guide
Miles to KM Converter
Convert miles to kilometers for road distances, races, maps, and metric travel references.
Multiply miles by exactly 1.609344 to convert miles to kilometers.
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Decimals and fractions work, for example 1.5, 1/2, or 1 1/2.
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1 mi = 1.609344 km
1 mi × 1.609344 = 1.609344 km
Miles to kilometers formula
One mile equals exactly 1.609344 kilometers. Multiply miles by 1.609344 to convert.
Common distance context
This conversion is useful for road signs, race distances, walking routes, and comparing imperial and metric map distances.
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Frequently asked questions
How many km is 1 mile?
1 mile equals exactly 1.609344 kilometers.
How many km is 5 miles?
5 miles equals exactly 8.04672 kilometers.