Know The Conversion of Miles To Kilometers (Miles To Km)

1 Miles is equal to 1.00 Kilometer

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If you are looking to convert miles to km, then you have landed on the right page. This article enumerates the definitions of both miles and kilometers, their formulas, equations, and differences. Furthermore, a conversion table is presented which will simplify this conversion process for you. But first let’s start with the basics. 

What is a Mile?

A mile is a unit of distance used to measure a land’s length. Miles is used in both US and Imperial customary measurement systems. The symbol is represented by m or mi. 

  • Current Use of Mile

As per the current usage, the unit of distance miles calculates the exact length of any route. After the metric system was introduced, several countries including the United States and the United Kingdom adopted miles to measure distances. Miles is still widely used in many countries as a unit of distance measurement. 

  • History of Mile

The word mile first originated in Roman times, and was commonly used by Roman soldiers who travelled extensive distances. The soldiers took five-foot-long leaps which were called ‘paces’. However, it was not possible to measure 1000 in this set way. Hence, the usage of the word ‘mile’ which is the Latin word for 1000. This milestone distance was known to be called ‘mille passuum’ which translates to ‘one thousand strides or paces’. Mille passuum is now known to be called mile. 

In Britain, the mile was established as 8 furlongs as per the law. The furlong being 40 rods pr 16 and a half feet long. In conclusion, the mile as per state law was 5280 feet long which still stands uncorrected. 

What is a Kilometer?

A kilometer is designated as a unit of measurement as per the International Standard System of Units. The term kilometer is used to determine the length between two points. It is denoted as ‘km’. A km can also be converted into numerous units. On the contrary, a km is derived from the unit meter which measures length. 

  • Current Use of Kilometer

A kilometer is used to measure the distance between two set points. Currently, the kilometer is used for the same purpose for which it was established i.e. to measure the path/distance for any route. 

  • History of Kilometer

The French Academy of Sciences was directed to establish a new measuring system by the French National Constituent Assembly as per a law passed in 1970. In 1973, it was proclaimed that meter should be used as a measuring system for the French Republic land. 

Initially, the kilometer was called a ‘Millaire’. In 1799, the meter started to be called the myriameter (10000 meters). Also, the kilometer as a unit is recommended for laymen and everyday use. In 1817, the Dutch adopted kilometer as a unit of measurement and called it ‘mijl’. In 1867, kilometer became the official unit of measurement in the Netherlands that represented 100 meters. 

Relationship Between Miles and Kilometers

The relationship between miles and kilometers is easy to comprehend. 

The relationship between the two is as follows –

1 Mile = 1.609344 kilometers.

One kilometer = 0.6213711922 miles.

This relationship helps in determining the miles to km conversion formula. One can use this formula to convert miles to km with ease. 

What is The Difference Between Miles and Kilometer?

Both miles and kilometers are used to measure distances. However, there are some fundamental differences between the two that puts them apart. These are as follows:

Parameters Miles Kilometer
Definition A mile is used for measuring the length of the land. A kilometer is a unit of measurement in the International Standard System of Units.
Symbol mi km
Formula Miles = Kilometers (value) x 0.6213711922 Kilometers = Miles ( value) x 1.609344
Application Miles are linked with nautical maritime navigation. Kilometers are used to measure the distance between two points.

Formula For Converting Miles To Kilometer

Converting miles to km is a piece of cake. To convert miles to km, multiply the value of miles by 1.60934. The outcome value would result in kilometers. 

Let’s understand the miles to km conversion formula with the help of an example. 

Example – Convert 20 miles to km.

Solution: By putting the value of miles in the above formula, we will get:

= 20 * 1.60934

= 32.1868 kilometers

Similarly, you can convert 20 kilometers into miles by using the formula. 

= 20 * 0.62137119 

= 12.4274238 miles

Mile To Kilometer Conversion Table

This conversion table will simplify the miles to km conversion process for you. 

Mile kilometer Mile to kilometer
1 Mile 1.60934 kilometer 1 Mile in km = 1.60934
2 Mile 3.21868 kilometer 2 Mile in km =  3.21868 
3 Mile 4.82802 kilometer 3 Mile is equal to 4.82802 kilometer
4 Mile 6.43736 kilometer 4 Mile is equal to 6.43736 kilometer
5 Mile 8.0467 kilometer 5 Mile is equal to 8.0467 kilometer
6 Mile 9.65604 kilometer 6 Mile is equal to 9.65604 kilometer
7 Mile 11.26538 kilometer 7 Mile is equal to 11.26538 kilometer
8 Mile 12.87472 kilometer 8 Mile is equal to 12.87472 kilometer
9 Mile 14.48406 kilometer 9 Mile is equal to 14.48406 kilometer
10 Mile 16.0934 kilometer 10 Mile is equal to 16.0934 kilometer
11 Mile 17.70274 kilometer 11 Mile is equal to 17.70274 kilometer
12 Mile 19.31208 kilometer 12 Mile is equal to 19.31208 kilometer
13 Mile 20.92142 kilometer 13 Mile is equal to 20.92142 kilometer
14 Mile 22.53076 kilometer 14 Mile is equal to 22.53076 kilometer
15 Mile 24.1401 kilometer 15 Mile is equal to 24.1401 kilometer
16 Mile 25.74944 kilometer 16 Mile is equal to 25.74944 kilometer
17 Mile 27.35878 kilometer 17 Mile is equal to 27.35878 kilometer
18 Mile 28.96812 kilometer 18 Mile is equal to 28.96812 kilometer
19 Mile 30.57746 kilometer 19 Mile is equal to 30.57746 kilometer
20 Mile 32.1868 kilometer 20 Mile is equal to 32.1868 kilometer
21 Mile 33.79614 kilometer 21 Mile is equal to 33.79614 kilometer
22 Mile 35.40548 kilometer 22 Mile is equal to 35.40548 kilometer
23 Mile 37.01482 kilometer 23 Mile is equal to 37.01482 kilometer
24 Mile 38.62416 kilometer 24 Mile is equal to 38.62416 kilometer
25 Mile 40.2335 kilometer 25 Mile is equal to 40.2335 kilometer
26 Mile 41.84284 kilometer 26 Mile is equal to 41.84284 kilometer
27 Mile 43.45218 kilometer 27 Mile is equal to 43.45218 kilometer
28 Mile 45.06152 kilometer 28 Mile is equal to 45.06152 kilometer
29 Mile 46.67086 kilometer 29 Mile is equal to 46.67086 kilometer
30 Mile 48.2802 kilometer 30 Mile is equal to 48.2802 kilometer
31 Mile 49.88954 kilometer 31 Mile is equal to 49.88954 kilometer
32 Mile 51.49888 kilometer 32 Mile is equal to 51.49888 kilometer
33 Mile 53.10822 kilometer 33 Mile is equal to 53.10822 kilometer
34 Mile 54.71756 kilometer 34 Mile is equal to 54.71756 kilometer
35 Mile 56.3269 kilometer 35 Mile is equal to 56.3269 kilometer
36 Mile 57.93624 kilometer 36 Mile is equal to 57.93624 kilometer
37 Mile 59.54558 kilometer 37 Mile is equal to 59.54558 kilometer
38 Mile 61.15492 kilometer 38 Mile is equal to 61.15492 kilometer
39 Mile 62.76426 kilometer 39 Mile is equal to 62.76426 kilometer
40 Mile 64.3736 kilometer 40 Mile is equal to 64.3736 kilometer
41 Mile 65.98294 kilometer 41 Mile is equal to 65.98294 kilometer
42 Mile 67.59228 kilometer 42 Mile is equal to 67.59228 kilometer
43 Mile 69.20162 kilometer 43 Mile is equal to 69.20162 kilometer
44 Mile 70.81096 kilometer 44 Mile is equal to 70.81096 kilometer
45 Mile 72.4203 kilometer 45 Mile is equal to 72.4203 kilometer
46 Mile 74.02964 kilometer 46 Mile is equal to 74.02964 kilometer
47 Mile 75.63898 kilometer 47 Mile is equal to 75.63898 kilometer
48 Mile 77.24832 kilometer 48 Mile is equal to 77.24832 kilometer
49 Mile 78.85766 kilometer 49 Mile is equal to 78.85766 kilometer
50 Mile 80.467 kilometer 50 Mile is equal to 80.467 kilometer
51 Mile 82.07634 kilometer 51 Mile is equal to 82.07634 kilometer
52 Mile 83.68568 kilometer 52 Mile is equal to 83.68568 kilometer
53 Mile 85.29502 kilometer 53 Mile is equal to 85.29502 kilometer
54 Mile 86.90436 kilometer 54 Mile is equal to 86.90436 kilometer
55 Mile 88.5137 kilometer 55 Mile is equal to 88.5137 kilometer
56 Mile 90.12304 kilometer 56 Mile is equal to 90.12304 kilometer
57 Mile 91.73238 kilometer 57 Mile is equal to 91.73238 kilometer
58 Mile 93.34172 kilometer 58 Mile is equal to 93.34172 kilometer
59 Mile 94.95106 kilometer 59 Mile is equal to 94.95106 kilometer
60 Mile 96.5604 kilometer 60 Mile is equal to 96.5604 kilometer
61 Mile 98.16974 kilometer 61 Mile is equal to 98.16974 kilometer
62 Mile 99.77908 kilometer 62 Mile is equal to 99.77908 kilometer
63 Mile 101.38842 kilometer 63 Mile is equal to 101.38842 kilometer
64 Mile 102.99776 kilometer 64 Mile is equal to 102.99776 kilometer
65 Mile 104.6071 kilometer 65 Mile is equal to 104.6071 kilometer
66 Mile 106.21644 kilometer 66 Mile is equal to 106.21644 kilometer
67 Mile 107.82578 kilometer 67 Mile is equal to 107.82578 kilometer
68 Mile 109.43512 kilometer 68 Mile is equal to 109.43512 kilometer
69 Mile 111.04446 kilometer 69 Mile is equal to 111.04446 kilometer
70 Mile 112.6538 kilometer 70 Mile is equal to 112.6538 kilometer
71 Mile 114.26314 kilometer 71 Mile is equal to 114.26314 kilometer
72 Mile 115.87248 kilometer 72 Mile is equal to 115.87248 kilometer
73 Mile 117.48182 kilometer 73 Mile is equal to 117.48182 kilometer
74 Mile 119.09116 kilometer 74 Mile is equal to 119.09116 kilometer
75 Mile 120.7005 kilometer 75 Mile is equal to 120.7005 kilometer
76 Mile 122.30984 kilometer 76 Mile is equal to 122.30984 kilometer
77 Mile 123.91918 kilometer 77 Mile is equal to 123.91918 kilometer
78 Mile 125.52852 kilometer 78 Mile is equal to 125.52852 kilometer
79 Mile 127.13786 kilometer 79 Mile is equal to 127.13786 kilometer
80 Mile 128.7472 kilometer 80 Mile is equal to 128.7472 kilometer
81 Mile 130.35654 kilometer 81 Mile is equal to 130.35654 kilometer
82 Mile 131.96588 kilometer 82 Mile is equal to 131.96588 kilometer
83 Mile 133.57522 kilometer 83 Mile is equal to 133.57522 kilometer
84 Mile 135.18456 kilometer 84 Mile is equal to 135.18456 kilometer
85 Mile 136.7939 kilometer 85 Mile is equal to 136.7939 kilometer
86 Mile 138.40324 kilometer 86 Mile is equal to 138.40324 kilometer
87 Mile 140.01258 kilometer 87 Mile is equal to 140.01258 kilometer
88 Mile 141.62192 kilometer 88 Mile is equal to 141.62192 kilometer
89 Mile 143.23126 kilometer 89 Mile is equal to 143.23126 kilometer
90 Mile 144.8406 kilometer 90 Mile is equal to 144.8406 kilometer
91 Mile 146.44994 kilometer 91 Mile is equal to 146.44994 kilometer
92 Mile 148.05928 kilometer 92 Mile is equal to 148.05928 kilometer
93 Mile 149.66862 kilometer 93 Mile is equal to 149.66862 kilometer
94 Mile 151.27796 kilometer 94 Mile is equal to 151.27796 kilometer
95 Mile 152.8873 kilometer 95 Mile is equal to 152.8873 kilometer
96 Mile 154.49664 kilometer 96 Mile is equal to 154.49664 kilometer
97 Mile 156.10598 kilometer 97 Mile is equal to 156.10598 kilometer
98 Mile 157.71532 kilometer 98 Mile is equal to 157.71532 kilometer
99 Mile 159.32466 kilometer 99 Mile is equal to 159.32466 kilometer
100 Mile 160.934 kilometer 100 Mile is equal to 160.934 kilometer

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)

What is 1 km equal to in miles?

1 Km is equal to 0.62137119 miles.

What formula should be used for miles to km converters?

To convert miles to km, multiply the number of miles by 1.60934.

What is the difference between mile and kilometer?

Both kilometers and miles are used to measure distance. However, Miles is used under the Imperial System and kilometers is a unit of measurement used as an International Standard System of Units. Also, kilometers is more commonly used than miles.

What is the formula to convert miles to km?

The formula for converting miles to km is Miles = 1.60934 * Number of kilometers

What is the usage of miles and kilometers?

Both miles and kilometers are units of distance. In the United Kingdom and the United States, the distances are measured in miles. Apart from them, most of the other countries use kilometers to measure distances.

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