Kilometers to Inches Conversion
Enter the length in kilometers below to get the value converted to inches.
1 km ≈ 39,370 5/64"
How to Convert Kilometers to Inches
To convert a kilometer measurement to an inch measurement, multiply the length by the conversion ratio. One kilometer is equal to 39,370.07874 inches, so use this simple formula to convert:
The length in inches is equal to the kilometers multiplied by 39,370.07874.
Our inch fraction calculator can add kilometers and inches together, and it also automatically converts the results to US customary, imperial, and SI metric values.
Kilometers and inches are both units used to measure length. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure.
Kilometers
One kilometer is equal to 1,000 meters, which are defined as the distance light travels in a vacuum in a 1/299,792,458 second time interval.[1]
The kilometer, or kilometre, is a multiple of the meter, which is the SI base unit for length. In the metric system, "kilo" is the prefix for 103. Kilometers can be abbreviated as km; for example, 1 kilometer can be written as 1 km.
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.[2]
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 known as a double-prime. Often a double-quote (") is used instead of a double-prime for convenience. A double-prime is commonly used to express 1 in as 1″.
The standard ruler has 12", and is 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.
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.
Need a ruler? Try our free downloadable and printable rulers, which include both imperial and metric measurements.
Kilometer to Inch Conversion Table
| Kilometers | Inches |
|---|---|
| 0.0001 km | 3.937" |
| 0.0002 km | 7.874" |
| 0.0003 km | 11.81" |
| 0.0004 km | 15.75" |
| 0.0005 km | 19.69" |
| 0.0006 km | 23.62" |
| 0.0007 km | 27.56" |
| 0.0008 km | 31.5" |
| 0.0009 km | 35.43" |
| 0.001 km | 39.37" |
| 0.002 km | 78.74" |
| 0.003 km | 118.11" |
| 0.004 km | 157.48" |
| 0.005 km | 196.85" |
| 0.006 km | 236.22" |
| 0.007 km | 275.59" |
| 0.008 km | 314.96" |
| 0.009 km | 354.33" |
| 0.01 km | 393.7" |
| 0.02 km | 787.4" |
| 0.03 km | 1,181" |
| 0.04 km | 1,575" |
| 0.05 km | 1,969" |
| 0.06 km | 2,362" |
| 0.07 km | 2,756" |
| 0.08 km | 3,150" |
| 0.09 km | 3,543" |
| 0.1 km | 3,937" |
| 0.2 km | 7,874" |
| 0.3 km | 11,811" |
| 0.4 km | 15,748" |
| 0.5 km | 19,685" |
| 0.6 km | 23,622" |
| 0.7 km | 27,559" |
| 0.8 km | 31,496" |
| 0.9 km | 35,433" |
| 1 km | 39,370" |
References
- Ambler Thompson and Barry N. Taylor, Guide for the Use of the International System of Units (SI), National Institute of Standards and Technology, https://physics.nist.gov/cuu/pdf/sp811.pdf
- National Institute of Standards and Technology, Checking the Net Contents of Packaged Goods, Handbook 133 - 2019 Edition, https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/hb/2019/NIST.HB.133-2019.pdf
