Distance Units Compared
Kilometers are used in most countries. Miles are used in the US, UK (roads), and a few other countries.
Metric unit of distance, 1 km = 1000 meters
Imperial unit of distance, 1 mile = 1.609 km
| Feature | Kilometers (km) | Miles (mi) |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion | 1 km = 0.6214 mi | 1 mi = 1.6093 km |
| Used in | Most countries | US, UK (roads), Myanmar |
| In science | Standard (SI) | Rarely used |
| Marathon | 42.195 km | 26.219 miles |
| Speed limits | km/h in most countries | mph in US/UK |
Kilometers (km): Metric unit of distance, 1 km = 1000 meters. Miles (mi): Imperial unit of distance, 1 mile = 1.609 km.
Kilometers are used in most countries. Miles are used in the US, UK (roads), and a few other countries.
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