Convert Inches to Miles
Enter the length in inches below to get the value converted to miles.
How to Convert Inches to Miles
To convert a inch measurement to a mile measurement, multiply the length by the conversion ratio. One inch is equal to 1.5783E-5 miles, so use this simple formula to convert:
The length in miles is equal to the inches multiplied by 1.5783E-5.
Our inch fraction calculator can add inches and miles together and it also automatically converts the results to US customary, imperial and SI metric values.
Inches and miles are both units used to measure length. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.
Inches
An inch is a unit of linear length measure equal to 1/12 of a foot or 1/36 of a yard. Because the international yard is legally defined to be equal to exactly 0.9144 meters, one inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters.
The inch is a US customary and imperial unit of length. Inches can be abbreviated as in, for example 1 inch can be written as 1 in.
Inches can also be denoted using the ″ symbol, otherwise know as a double-prime. Often a double-quote (") is used instead of a double-prime for convenience. Using the double-prime, 1 in can be written as 1″.
The standard ruler has 12", and are a common measuring tool for measuring inches. They are also often measured using tape measures which commonly come in lengths from 6' - 35'. Other types of measuring devices include scales, calipers, measuring wheels, micrometers, yardsticks, and even lasers.
Miles
The mile is a linear measurement of length equal to exactly 1,609.344 meters. One mile is also equal to 5,280 feet or 1,760 yards.
The mile is a US customary and imperial unit of length. Miles can be abbreviated as mi, and are also sometimes abbreviated as m. For example, 1 mile can be written as 1 mi or 1 m.
We recommend using a ruler or tape measure for measuring length, which can be found at a local retailer or home center. Rulers are available in imperial, metric, or combination with both values, so make sure you get the correct type for your needs.
If you need a ruler you can also download and print our free printable rulers, which include both imperial and metric measurements.
Inch Measurements and Equivalent Mile Conversions
| Inches | Miles |
|---|---|
| 1" | 0.000015783 mi |
| 2" | 0.000031566 mi |
| 3" | 0.000047348 mi |
| 4" | 0.000063131 mi |
| 5" | 0.000078914 mi |
| 6" | 0.000094697 mi |
| 7" | 0.00011 mi |
| 8" | 0.000126 mi |
| 9" | 0.000142 mi |
| 10" | 0.000158 mi |
| 11" | 0.000174 mi |
| 12" | 0.000189 mi |
| 13" | 0.000205 mi |
| 14" | 0.000221 mi |
| 15" | 0.000237 mi |
| 16" | 0.000253 mi |
| 17" | 0.000268 mi |
| 18" | 0.000284 mi |
| 19" | 0.0003 mi |
| 20" | 0.000316 mi |
| 21" | 0.000331 mi |
| 22" | 0.000347 mi |
| 23" | 0.000363 mi |
| 24" | 0.000379 mi |
| 25" | 0.000395 mi |
| 26" | 0.00041 mi |
| 27" | 0.000426 mi |
| 28" | 0.000442 mi |
| 29" | 0.000458 mi |
| 30" | 0.000473 mi |
| 31" | 0.000489 mi |
| 32" | 0.000505 mi |
| 33" | 0.000521 mi |
| 34" | 0.000537 mi |
| 35" | 0.000552 mi |
| 36" | 0.000568 mi |
| 37" | 0.000584 mi |
| 38" | 0.0006 mi |
| 39" | 0.000616 mi |
| 40" | 0.000631 mi |
More Inch Length Conversions
- Convert to Yards
- 1" is equal to 0.027778 yards
- Convert to Feet
- 1" is equal to 0.083333 feet
- Convert to Kilometers
- 1" is equal to 2.54E-5 kilometers
- Convert to Meters
- 1" is equal to 0.0254 meters
- Convert to Centimeters
- 1" is equal to 2.54 centimeters
- Convert to Millimeters
- 1" is equal to 25.4 millimeters
- Convert to Micrometers
- 1" is equal to 25,400 micrometers
- Convert to Nanometers
- 1" is equal to 25,400,000 nanometers
