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Convert meters to kilometers

1 meter equals 0.001 kilometers. Type any number below — the other side updates instantly.

Meters to kilometers — quick reference

meterskilometers
1 m0.001 km
2 m0.002 km
5 m0.005 km
10 m0.01 km
25 m0.025 km
50 m0.05 km
100 m0.1 km
250 m0.25 km
500 m0.5 km
1000 m1 km

How to convert

Multiply the number of meters by 0.001 to get kilometers. To go the other way, multiply kilometers by 1000 to get meters. The conversion factor is fixed and exact, so you can use this on any value.

About these units

Meters

Definition
A meter (symbol: m) is the SI base unit of length, currently defined as the distance light travels in vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
History
Originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole. Redefined three times since then for greater precision.
Current use
The meter is the fundamental unit of length for science, engineering, sports, and everyday use in nearly every country.

Kilometers

Definition
A kilometer (symbol: km) is one thousand meters, or about 0.621 miles. The "kilo-" prefix is Greek for one thousand.
History
Defined alongside the meter in 1799 and adopted internationally as the standard unit for medium-to-long distances.
Current use
The kilometer is the standard unit for road distances and speed limits in nearly every country except the US, UK, and Liberia.

Frequently asked

How many kilometers are in 1 meter?
1 meter = 0.001 kilometers.
How do you convert meters to kilometers?
Multiply the number of meters by 0.001 to get kilometers. To go the other way, multiply kilometers by 1000 to get meters. The conversion factor is fixed and exact, so you can use this on any value.
What is 50 meters in kilometers?
50 meters = 0.05 kilometers.
Reverse conversionKilometers to meters

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