How it's calculated
m = km × 1,000
km = kilometres, m = metres. 1 km = 1,000 m; reverse km = m ÷ 1,000.
Common values
| Kilometers | Meters |
|---|---|
| 1 km | 1,000 m |
| 5 km | 5,000 m |
| 10 km | 10,000 m |
| 42.195 km | 42,195 m |
Common questions
How many meters are in a kilometer?
Exactly 1,000. The kilo prefix in the metric system always means a factor of one thousand.
How long is a marathon in meters?
A marathon is 42.195 kilometers, which is 42,195 meters.