Mile

mi

Imperial/US unit equal to 5,280 feet

About Mile (mi)

The statute mile equals exactly 5,280 feet (1,609.344 meters) and remains the primary road distance unit in the United States, the United Kingdom, and a handful of other countries. Its name derives from the Latin 'mille passus' meaning a thousand paces, reflecting its origin as 1,000 double steps of a Roman legionary.

Category
Length
Symbol
mi
Also known as
miles statute mile

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Mile (mi)?

Imperial/US unit equal to 5,280 feet

How many Kilometer (km) are in one Mile (mi)?

One Mile (mi) equals 1.6093 Kilometer (km).

How many Foot (ft) are in one Mile (mi)?

One Mile (mi) equals 5,280 Foot (ft).

How many Meter (m) are in one Mile (mi)?

One Mile (mi) equals 1,609.34 Meter (m).

How do I convert Mile to Kilometer?

To convert Mile to Kilometer, multiply the value by 1.6093 (1 mi = 1.6093 km).