The formula for converting km to miles is simple:
1 kilometer = 0.621371 miles
Converting kilometers (km) to miles is prevalent in travel, fitness, and international tasks. Whether you’re tracking your running pace or navigating a road trip, it’s good to know how to convert between these two. This guide explains how to convert kilometers to miles quickly and accurately.
To convert a distance from kilometers to miles, multiply the measurement in kilometers by 0.621371.
Quick Conversion Table
Here’s a handy table for some commonly used conversions:
| Kilometers (km) | Miles (mi) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.62 |
| 5 | 3.11 |
| 10 | 6.21 |
| 50 | 31.07 |
Multiply 10 kilometers by 0.621371. The result is 6.21371 miles.
42 kilometers × 0.621371 = 26.097 miles.