Miles to Kilometers
miles to kilometers Conversion Table
| miles (mi) | kilometers (km) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.01 mi | → | 0.01609344 km |
| 0.1 mi | → | 0.1609344 km |
| 1.0 mi | → | 1.609344 km |
| 2.0 mi | → | 3.218688 km |
| 3.0 mi | → | 4.828032 km |
| 5.0 mi | → | 8.04672 km |
| 10.0 mi | → | 16.09344 km |
| 20.0 mi | → | 32.18688 km |
| 30.0 mi | → | 48.28032 km |
| 50.0 mi | → | 80.4672 km |
| 100.0 mi | → | 160.9344 km |
| 1000.0 mi | → | 1609.344 km |
Example Conversion
To convert from miles to kilometers, multiply by 1.609344.
For example: 22 miles = 22 × 1.609344 = 35.405568 kilometers
Unit History
About miles
The mile has historical roots stretching back to ancient Rome, where it was based on the term 'mille passus' (a thousand paces). Over centuries, it evolved in English-speaking regions and is still common in the United States and some other countries for expressing road distances. Despite global reliance on the metric system, the mile remains a staple in everyday usage in these regions.
About kilometers
The kilometer was established following the definition of the meter, representing exactly 1,000 meters. It quickly became a standard for measuring longer distances, such as those between cities or geographic landmarks. Most countries that use the metric system rely on kilometers to indicate road and travel distances.