Mile per Hour to Kilometer per Hour Converter
Convert Miles per Hour to Kilometers per Hour
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Miles per Hour to Kilometers per Hour
Converting miles per hour (mph) to kilometers per hour (km/h) is a common conversion in speed and velocity measurements. One mile per hour is approximately equal to 1.60934 kilometers per hour.
Formula
Kilometers per Hour = Miles per Hour × 1.60934
or
km/h = mph × 1.60934
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in miles per hour
- Multiply that number by 1.60934
- The result is the equivalent amount in kilometers per hour
Examples
- 1 mph = 1.60934 km/h
- 10 mph = 16.0934 km/h
- 0.5 mph = 0.80467 km/h
When to Convert Miles per Hour to Kilometers per Hour
This conversion is useful in various fields, including automotive, sports, and transportation, where speed might be expressed in either metric or imperial units.
Common Miles per Hour to Kilometers per Hour Conversions
Here is a table of common mph to km/h conversions for quick reference:
| Miles per Hour (mph) | Kilometers per Hour (km/h) | Miles per Hour (mph) | Kilometers per Hour (km/h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.60934 | 100 | 160.934 |
| 10 | 16.0934 | 200 | 321.868 |
| 50 | 80.467 | 0.621371 | 1 |
| 100 | 160.934 | 1,000 | 1,609.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mile per Hour (mph)?
Mile per hour (mph) is a unit of speed commonly used in the United States and the United Kingdom, representing the distance in miles traveled per hour.
What is Kilometer per Hour (km/h)?
Kilometer per hour (km/h) is a unit of speed, representing the distance in kilometers traveled per hour. It is commonly used for speed limits and vehicle speeds in many countries.