Speed Conversions: MPH to KPH and More
Omni Editorial Team
Our editorial team researches, tests, and recommends the best conversion tools and methods to help you make accurate conversions every time.
Speed conversions are essential for international travel, sports, and understanding weather reports. Here's a guide to common speed conversions:
Metric to Imperial
- 1 kilometer per hour (km/h) = 0.621 miles per hour (mph)
- 1 meter per second (m/s) = 2.237 miles per hour (mph)
Imperial to Metric
- 1 mile per hour (mph) = 1.609 kilometers per hour (km/h)
- 1 mile per hour (mph) = 0.447 meters per second (m/s)
Other Useful Conversions
- 1 knot = 1.151 miles per hour (mph)
- 1 knot = 1.852 kilometers per hour (km/h)
- 1 meter per second (m/s) = 3.6 kilometers per hour (km/h)
These conversions are particularly useful when traveling between countries that use different measurement systems.
