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How do I convert kilometers to miles?

Short answer

Multiply the kilometers by 0.621371, or divide by 1.609344. So 5 km is about 3.11 miles and 10 km is about 6.21 miles. A free converter gives the precise value for any distance instantly.

The formula

Miles = km x 0.621371, which is just one divided by the exact miles-to-km factor of 1.609344. A handy fraction to remember is 5/8: multiplying kilometers by 5 and dividing by 8 gives 0.625, very close to the true 0.621371, so 16 km is roughly 10 miles.

Quick reference for race distances and road signs

Common values: 1 km is about 0.62 miles, 5 km is 3.11 miles, 10 km is 6.21 miles, the 21.0975 km half marathon is about 13.11 miles, and 100 km is 62.14 miles. For speed limits, 100 km/h is about 62.14 mph.

Frequently asked questions

How many miles is a 5K race?

About 3.11 miles, from 5 x 0.621371.

What is 100 km/h in mph?

About 62.14 mph.

What is the quick mental trick?

Multiply by 5 and divide by 8. That uses 0.625 instead of the exact 0.621371, close enough for road signs.

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