Kilometer to Yard Converter (km to yd)

How to convert kilometers to yards

1 kilometer is equal to 1,093.613298 yards, and 1 yard is equal to 0.0009144 kilometers. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

yards = kilometers × 1,093.613298
yards = kilometers ÷ 0.0009144

Example: convert 15 km to yd: 15 × 1,093.613298 = 16,404.19948 yd.

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 yard is exactly 0.9144 m, or 3 feet. It's used for sports fields, fabric and, in the UK, road distances on signs for short lengths.

Symbol: yd · 1 yd = 0.9144 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

Frequently asked questions

How many yards are in a kilometer?

There are 1,093.613298 yards in 1 kilometer (km).

How many kilometers are in a yard?

1 yard (yd) equals 0.0009144 kilometers.

How do I convert kilometers to yards?

Multiply the length in kilometers by 1,093.613298. For example, 15 km × 1,093.613298 = 16,404.19948 yd.

How do I convert yards to kilometers?

Divide the length in yards by 1,093.613298, or multiply it by 0.0009144. You can also use the Yard to Kilometer converter.