Kilometers to Miles
Convert km to mi quickly with this free online calculator. The page explains the conversion rule, gives practical examples and provides a quick reference table.
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CONVERTED RESULT—
Decimal places
CONVERSION RULE
1 kilometer equals 0.621371 miles.
How to use the Kilometers to Miles
- Enter the number you want to convert.
- Confirm the source unit shown beside the input.
- Choose decimal precision if you need more or less detail.
- Read the converted result.
- Copy the result when you need to use it elsewhere.
How the conversion works
1 kilometer equals 0.621371 miles.
For a simple fixed-factor conversion, the calculator multiplies the entered value by the stated factor. Temperature scales and certain specialized tools use their specific mathematical relationship instead.
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Common km to mi conversions
| km | mi |
|---|---|
| 1 km | 0.621371 mi |
| 2 km | 1.242742 mi |
| 5 km | 3.106856 mi |
| 10 km | 6.213712 mi |
| 20 km | 12.427424 mi |
| 50 km | 31.06856 mi |
Example
For example, entering 1 km gives approximately 0.621371 mi using the rule above. Change the input to test your own value.
Frequently asked questions
The Kilometers to Miles converts a value from km to mi using the conversion relationship described on this page.
Enter your value, review the source and destination units, choose the decimal precision and read or copy the result.
1 kilometer equals 0.621371 miles.
Use enough precision for your purpose. Everyday estimates usually need fewer decimal places; technical work may require more.
It can be a useful reference calculation, but safety-critical, regulated, contractual or specialized work should be verified against the applicable authoritative standard.
Accuracy note: This calculator is a practical reference. For regulated, safety-critical or specialized work, verify the result against the applicable standard.
Page reviewed: August 24, 2026.