Convert Miles to Kilometers

Miles (mi) to Kilometers (km) — the formula, a worked example and a live converter, all in your browser.

Miles to Kilometers formula

To convert a measurement, multiply it by the fixed factor below:

km = mi × 1.609344

Worked example

1 mi = 1 × 1.609344 = 1.609344 km.

Miles to Kilometers conversion table

Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)
1 1.609344
5 8.04672
10 16.09344
25 40.2336
50 80.4672
100 160.9344

Common uses

Handy for planning road trips abroad, logging running or cycling distances, and converting a car's odometer reading into kilometres.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the formula to convert miles to kilometers?

Multiply the number of miles by 1.609344 to get kilometers (km = mi × 1.609344).

How many kilometers are in a mile?

One mile equals 1.609344 kilometers.

Is this converter accurate?

Yes. It uses the exact internationally-defined conversion factors and runs entirely in your browser, so results match standards tables and nothing you type is uploaded.