5 kilometer equals approximately 3.1069 miles.
This conversion is done by multiplying the kilometer value by the factor 0.621371, because one kilometer is equal to about 0.621371 miles. Therefore, to convert kilometers to miles, you take the number of kilometers and multiply it by this factor.
Conversion Result for 5 Kilometers
Converting 5 kilometers results in about 3.1069 miles, giving you an idea of the distance in miles based on the metric measurement of kilometers.
Conversion Tool
Result in miles:
Conversion Formula
The formula multiplies kilometers by 0.621371 to get miles, because 1 km equals 0.621371 miles. For example, if you have 10 km, multiply 10 by 0.621371 which gives 6.21371 miles. This method works because it’s based on the fixed conversion rate between the units.
Conversion Example
- Convert 8 km:
- Step 1: Take the value 8 km.
- Step 2: Multiply 8 by 0.621371.
- Step 3: 8 × 0.621371 = 4.97097 miles.
- Step 4: The answer is approximately 4.97097 miles.
- Convert 12 km:
- Step 1: Take the value 12 km.
- Step 2: Multiply 12 by 0.621371.
- Step 3: 12 × 0.621371 = 7.45645 miles.
- Step 4: The answer is approximately 7.45645 miles.
- Convert 15 km:
- Step 1: Take 15 km.
- Step 2: Multiply 15 by 0.621371.
- Step 3: 15 × 0.621371 = 9.32057 miles.
- Step 4: The answer is approximately 9.32057 miles.
Conversion Chart
This chart shows kilometers from -20 to 30 and their equivalent miles. Use it to quickly find conversions for values in that range.
| Kilometers | Miles |
|---|---|
| -20.0 | -12.4274 |
| -15.0 | -9.32057 |
| -10.0 | -6.21476 |
| -5.0 | -3.10738 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 5.0 | 3.10689 |
| 10.0 | 6.21378 |
| 15.0 | 9.32057 |
| 20.0 | 12.4274 |
| 25.0 | 15.5342 |
| 30.0 | 18.6411 |
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Conversion Definitions
A kilometer is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters, used worldwide for measuring distances in everyday life and transport. Miles are imperial units measuring longer distances, primarily used in the United States, equal to about 1,609 meters.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from kilometers to miles?
The conversion uses a fixed rate of 0.621371 miles per kilometer, which is highly precise for most practical purposes. Minor differences may occur due to rounding, but overall, the calculation is very accurate.
Can I convert miles to kilometers using the same formula?
No, to convert miles to kilometers, you divide miles by 0.621371 or multiply by approximately 1.60934. The formula is reversed because the conversion factor is specific for km to miles, not the other way around.
Why do different sources sometimes give slightly different conversion factors?
Variations happen because of rounding or updates in measurement standards, but most use the same official factor of 0.621371 for km to miles. Slight differences are negligible for everyday conversions.
Is the conversion factor the same worldwide?
Yes, the factor 0.621371 miles per kilometer is the internationally accepted standard, based on the definition of the mile and kilometer, ensuring consistency across conversions globally.