Kilometer Converter Calculator

Convert kilometers to miles, meters, and other units instantly

Miles
0.621
Meters
1000
Yards
1093.61
Feet
3280.84
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Understanding Kilometers

A kilometer (km) is the metric system's standard unit for measuring long distances. One kilometer equals 1,000 meters, making it particularly useful for measuring distances between cities, hiking trails, or running routes.

Common Uses

  • Road distances in most countries outside the USA
  • Marathon and running race distances (e.g., 5K = 5 kilometers)
  • Geographic measurements on maps
  • International hiking trail lengths

Quick Facts

  • 1 kilometer = 0.621371 miles
  • 1 kilometer = 1,000 meters
  • 1 kilometer = 3,280.84 feet
  • 1 kilometer = 1,093.61 yards