Converting kilometers (km) to miles is a common task in various fields, including travel, mapping, and sports. 1 kilometer equals 0.621371 miles, and 1 mile equals 1.60934 kilometers. To convert between the two units, you can use a simple conversion factor.

Conversion Formula
To convert kilometers to miles, multiply the kilometer value by 0.621371. To convert miles to kilometers, multiply the mile value by 1.60934.
Example
- 3.4 km = 3.4 * 0.621371 = 2.11 miles
- 2.5 miles = 2.5 * 1.60934 = 4.02 kilometers
Table: Conversion Values
Kilometers | Miles |
---|---|
1 | 0.621371 |
2 | 1.242742 |
3 | 1.864113 |
4 | 2.485484 |
5 | 3.106855 |
6 | 3.728226 |
7 | 4.349597 |
8 | 4.970968 |
9 | 5.592339 |
10 | 6.21371 |
Tips and Tricks
- Use a conversion app: There are numerous smartphone apps available that can quickly convert between different units of measurement.
- Memorize the conversion factor: The conversion factor for kilometers to miles is 0.621371. Memorizing this number will make it easier to perform conversions in your head.
- Estimate the conversion: For approximate conversions, you can estimate that 1 kilometer is equal to 0.6 miles or 1 mile is equal to 1.6 kilometers.
Step-by-Step Approach
- Multiply the kilometer value by 0.621371 to convert to miles.
- Multiply the mile value by 1.60934 to convert to kilometers.
- Round the converted value to the desired number of decimal places.
Applications
Converting kilometers to miles has various applications in different fields:
- Travel: When planning a trip, it is helpful to know the distances between destinations in miles or kilometers.
- Mapping: Maps often display distances in both kilometers and miles.
- Sports: Many sports use both kilometers and miles as distance units, such as running, cycling, and swimming.
Tips and Tricks
- Consider the context: The desired level of accuracy will depend on the application.
- Use technology: Conversion apps and online calculators make it easy to perform conversions quickly.
- Check your work: Double-checking your conversions is always a good practice.
Conversion Table
Kilometers | Miles |
---|---|
1 | 0.621371 |
2 | 1.242742 |
3 | 1.864113 |
4 | 2.485484 |
5 | 3.106855 |
6 | 3.728226 |
7 | 4.349597 |
8 | 4.970968 |
9 | 5.592339 |
10 | 6.21371 |
20 | 12.42742 |
30 | 18.64113 |
40 | 24.85484 |
50 | 31.06855 |
60 | 37.28226 |
70 | 43.49597 |
80 | 49.70968 |
90 | 55.92339 |
100 | 62.1371 |