8 miles is approximately 12.8748 kilometers
Converting 8 miles to kilometers results in about 12.8748 km, because 1 mile equals 1.60934 kilometers. When you multiply 8 miles by this factor, you get the precise kilometers distance, providing an accurate measure for distance conversions between these units.
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Result in km:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert miles into kilometers multiplies the miles by 1.60934, because miles and kilometers are different units measuring distance. This factor is derived from the international agreement that 1 mile equals 1.60934 km, which makes the conversion accurate and consistent.
For example, to convert 8 miles, you multiply 8 by 1.60934: 8 x 1.60934 = 12.87472 km. This step ensures that the distance in miles is translated into the metric system, providing a standard measurement in kilometers.
Conversion Example
- Convert 5 miles:
- Step 1: Take 5 miles.
- Step 2: Multiply 5 by 1.60934.
- Step 3: 5 x 1.60934 = 8.0467 km.
- Result: 5 miles is 8.0467 kilometers.
- Convert 10 miles:
- Step 1: Take 10 miles.
- Step 2: Multiply 10 by 1.60934.
- Step 3: 10 x 1.60934 = 16.0934 km.
- Result: 10 miles is 16.0934 kilometers.
- Convert 15 miles:
- Step 1: Take 15 miles.
- Step 2: Multiply 15 by 1.60934.
- Step 3: 15 x 1.60934 = 24.1401 km.
- Result: 15 miles is 24.1401 kilometers.
Conversion Chart
| Miles | Kilometers |
|---|---|
| -17.0 | -27.35278 |
| -16.0 | -25.75472 |
| -15.0 | -24.15666 |
| -14.0 | -22.55860 |
| -13.0 | -20.96054 |
| -12.0 | -19.36248 |
| -11.0 | -17.76442 |
| -10.0 | -16.16636 |
| -9.0 | -14.56830 |
| -8.0 | -12.97024 |
| -7.0 | -11.37218 |
| -6.0 | -9.77412 |
| -5.0 | -8.17606 |
| -4.0 | -6.57800 |
| -3.0 | -4.97994 |
| -2.0 | -3.38188 |
| -1.0 | -1.78382 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 1.0 | 1.60934 |
| 2.0 | 3.21868 |
| 3.0 | 4.82802 |
| 4.0 | 6.43736 |
| 5.0 | 8.0467 |
| 6.0 | 9.65604 |
| 7.0 | 11.26538 |
| 8.0 | 12.87472 |
| 9.0 | 14.48406 |
| 10.0 | 16.0934 |
| 11.0 | 17.70274 |
| 12.0 | 19.31208 |
| 13.0 | 20.92142 |
| 14.0 | 22.53076 |
| 15.0 | 24.1401 |
| 16.0 | 25.74944 |
| 17.0 | 27.35878 |
| 18.0 | 28.96812 |
| 19.0 | 30.57746 |
| 20.0 | 32.18680 |
| 21.0 | 33.79614 |
| 22.0 | 35.40548 |
| 23.0 | 37.01482 |
| 24.0 | 38.62416 |
| 25.0 | 40.23350 |
| 26.0 | 41.84284 |
| 27.0 | 43.45218 |
| 28.0 | 45.06152 |
| 29.0 | 46.67086 |
| 30.0 | 48.28020 |
| 31.0 | 49.88954 |
| 32.0 | 51.49888 |
| 33.0 | 53.10822 |
This chart helps to quickly see how miles convert to km for a range of values. Just look at the miles column, find the number, and read across to see the kilometers equivalent.
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Conversion Definitions
mi
Mi, short for mile, is a unit of distance mainly used in the United States and the UK, measuring approximately 1,609.34 meters. It originated from old English and is still used in road distances, sports, and some measurement systems for travel and navigation.
km
Km, or kilometer, is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters, widely used worldwide for measuring distances in maps, travel, and science. It is part of the metric system, designed for easy calculation and conversion within the decimal-based measurement system.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the 1.60934 km per mile conversion?
The 1.60934 km per mile conversion is highly accurate, based on international agreements. Slight variations exist in historical or local definitions, but for most purposes, this value provides precise and reliable results in distance measurements.
Can I convert miles to km manually without a calculator?
Yes, by multiplying the miles by 1.60934, but it requires careful math, especially with larger numbers. For quick estimates, approximate by multiplying miles by 1.6, but for precision, a calculator or digital tool is recommended.
Why do some countries prefer miles while others use km?
Different countries adopted measurement systems historically; the US and UK use miles due to tradition, while most of the world adopted the metric system, which includes kilometers, for standardization in science, commerce, and everyday life.
Last Updated : 30 June, 2025
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