Mile vs Kilometer: What's the Difference?
| Property | Mile (mi) | Kilometer (km) |
|---|---|---|
| Symbol | mi | km |
| System | Imperial | Metric (SI) |
| Category | length | length |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom | Worldwide |
| Conversion | 1 mi = 1.60934 km | |
Definitions
Mile (mi)
The mile (symbol: mi) is a unit of length in the British imperial and United States customary systems of measurement. One mile is defined as exactly 1,760 yards, or 5,280 feet, or 63,360 inches. In metric terms, the international mile is exactly 1.609344 kilometers, a value that follows from the 1959 definition of the yard as 0.9144 meters.
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What is the difference between Mile and Kilometer?
Mile (mi) belongs to the imperial system. Kilometer (km) belongs to the metric system. 1 mi = 1.60934 km.
How to convert Mile to Kilometer?
Multiply the value in Miles by 1.60934. Formula: km = mi × 1.60934.
When should I use Mile vs Kilometer?
It depends on context. Mile is used in United States, United Kingdom. Kilometer is used in Worldwide.