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KM to Miles Converter

Convert kilometers to miles instantly. Simple, accurate km-to-miles converter with a handy reference table. Free online tool, works in your browser.

Kilometers to Miles Conversion Table

Kilometers (km)Miles (mi)
1 km0.621371 mi
2 km1.242742 mi
5 km3.106856 mi
10 km6.213712 mi
15 km9.320568 mi
20 km12.427424 mi
25 km15.53428 mi
42.195 km26.218757 mi
50 km31.06856 mi
100 km62.137119 mi

How to Use KM to Miles Converter

  1. Enter the distance in kilometers you want to convert.
  2. The equivalent distance in miles is displayed instantly.
  3. Use the copy button to copy the result to your clipboard.
  4. Check the conversion table below for common kilometer-to-mile values.

Kilometers to Miles Conversion Formula

The formula to convert kilometers to miles is:

miles = km x 0.621371

This is the inverse of the miles-to-kilometers conversion. Since 1 mile equals 1.609344 kilometers, dividing by this factor (or equivalently, multiplying by its reciprocal 0.621371) converts kilometers to miles. The conversion factor is derived from the exact definition of the inch as 25.4 mm.

Converting kilometers to miles is commonly needed when driving in the United States after using metric navigation, interpreting international distance markers, comparing vehicle fuel economy ratings (L/100km vs. mpg), understanding athletic performance data from international events, and reading scientific papers that report distances in metric units.

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