How to convert miles to kilometers?
To convert miles to kilometers, multiply the number of miles by 1.60934. For example:
- 1 mile = 1.60934 kilometers
- 5 miles = 8.0467 kilometers
- 10 miles = 16.0934 kilometers
When to use miles to kilometers conversion?
This conversion is useful in various situations:
- International travel
- Reading American or British maps
- Race distance conversions
- Fuel consumption calculations
Other Conversions
Trusted Sources for Further Reading
- International System of Units (NIST) - Official standards body for measurements.
- History of the Kilometer (Encyclopædia Britannica) - Historical context.
- Advanced Unit Calculator (Wolfram Alpha) - For complex calculations.