Kilometer to Mile Converter (km to mi)

How to convert kilometers to miles

1 kilometer is equal to 0.6213711922 miles, and 1 mile is equal to 1.609344 kilometers. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

miles = kilometers × 0.6213711922
miles = kilometers ÷ 1.609344

Example: convert 15 km to mi: 15 × 0.6213711922 = 9.320567884 mi.

A kilometer is 1,000 meters. It's the standard unit for distances between places, road signs and running races in most countries.

Symbol: km · 1 km = 1,000 m · Category: Metric (SI)

The international mile is exactly 1,609.344 m, or 5,280 feet. It's used for road distances and speed limits in the US and UK.

Symbol: mi · 1 mi = 1,609.344 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

Frequently asked questions

How many miles are in a kilometer?

There are 0.6213711922 miles in 1 kilometer (km).

How many kilometers are in a mile?

1 mile (mi) equals 1.609344 kilometers.

How do I convert kilometers to miles?

Multiply the length in kilometers by 0.6213711922. For example, 15 km × 0.6213711922 = 9.320567884 mi.

How do I convert miles to kilometers?

Divide the length in miles by 0.6213711922, or multiply it by 1.609344. You can also use the Mile to Kilometer converter.