Kilometres to miles
Type kilometres to get miles, or miles to get kilometres. Common race distances are listed below.
Also
| Distance | km | miles |
|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5 km | 3.11 mi |
| 10K | 10 km | 6.21 mi |
| Half marathon | 21.0975 km | 13.11 mi |
| Marathon | 42.195 km | 26.22 mi |
| 50K ultra | 50 km | 31.07 mi |
| 100 km | 100 km | 62.14 mi |
How it works
miles = km ÷ 1.609344 ≈ km × 0.6214km = miles × 1.609344Worked example
- 10 km ÷ 1.609344
- = 6.2137 miles
- a 10K race is about 6.2 miles
Frequently asked questions
How many kilometres are in a mile?
Exactly 1.609344 km: the international mile is defined as 1,609.344 metres.
Is there a quick way to convert?
Multiply kilometres by 0.6, or miles by 1.6. For a closer result use the Fibonacci trick: 5 mi ≈ 8 km, 8 mi ≈ 13 km.