Meters to Miles Converter
Convert meters to miles instantly. One meter equals exactly 0.0006213712 miles. Type in either box to convert both ways, then use the chart, worked examples and everyday sizes below.
How to convert meters to miles
Worked example: convert 120 meters to miles. Using miles ← meters × 0.0006213711922, we get 120 × 0.0006213711922 = 0.074564543 mi. To check the result, convert back: 0.074564543 mi ÷ 0.0006213711922 = 120 m.
Meters to miles chart
| Meters (m) | Miles (mi) |
|---|---|
| 1 m | 0.0006213712 mi |
| 2 m | 0.001242742 mi |
| 3 m | 0.001864114 mi |
| 4 m | 0.002485485 mi |
| 5 m | 0.003106856 mi |
| 6 m | 0.003728227 mi |
| 8 m | 0.00497097 mi |
| 10 m | 0.006213712 mi |
| 12 m | 0.007456454 mi |
| 15 m | 0.009320568 mi |
| 20 m | 0.01242742 mi |
| 25 m | 0.01553428 mi |
| 30 m | 0.01864114 mi |
| 40 m | 0.02485485 mi |
| 50 m | 0.03106856 mi |
| 75 m | 0.04660284 mi |
| 100 m | 0.06213712 mi |
| 150 m | 0.09320568 mi |
| 200 m | 0.1242742 mi |
| 250 m | 0.1553428 mi |
| 500 m | 0.3106856 mi |
| 1,000 m | 0.6213712 mi |
Miles to meters (reverse)
| Miles (mi) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 mi | 1,609.344 m |
| 2 mi | 3,218.688 m |
| 5 mi | 8,046.72 m |
| 10 mi | 16,093.44 m |
| 20 mi | 32,186.88 m |
| 50 mi | 80,467.2 m |
| 100 mi | 160,934.4 m |
| 250 mi | 402,336 m |
| 500 mi | 804,672 m |
| 1,000 mi | 1,609,344 m |
About the meter and the mile
The meter (metre) is the SI base unit of length. Since 1983 it has been defined by the speed of light: the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second. It is used for room sizes, running tracks, swimming pools and building heights almost everywhere outside the US.
The statute mile equals 5,280 feet. It is the official road-distance unit in the United States and United Kingdom, where speed limits are posted in miles per hour, and it is also used in running and aviation contexts.
One mile equals 1,609.344 meters, which makes the mile the longer unit of the two.
Everyday sizes in meters and miles
| Everyday example (approximate) | In meters | In miles |
|---|---|---|
| A double-decker bus length | 11 m | 0.0068351 mi |
| An Olympic swimming pool | 50 m | 0.031069 mi |
| The Burj Khalifa | 828 m | 0.5145 mi |
| Mount Everest's height | 8,848.9 m | 5.4984 mi |
| A 10K road race | 10,000 m | 6.2137 mi |
| Cruising altitude of an airliner | 10,668 m | 6.6288 mi |
Meters to miles FAQ
How many miles are in one meter?
One meter equals exactly 0.0006213711922 miles. In the other direction, one mile equals 1,609.344 meters.
How do I convert meters to miles without a calculator?
convert 120 meters to miles. Using miles ← meters × 0.0006213711922, we get 120 × 0.0006213711922 = 0.074564543 mi. To check the result, convert back: 0.074564543 mi ÷ 0.0006213711922 = 120 m. For a quick estimate, round the factor to 0.00062. Then 120 m is about 0.0744 mi, compared with the exact 0.0745645 mi (an error of 0.22%). That is close enough for planning, but use the calculator above when the number matters.
What is the Burj Khalifa in miles?
The Burj Khalifa is about 828 meters, which is 0.5145 miles. Treat that as an approximate everyday figure rather than an official measurement.
Are the meters and miles the same in every country?
The meter is defined from the speed of light, so it is identical worldwide. The statute mile is exactly 1,609.344 m. Do not confuse it with the nautical mile of 1,852 m.