Kilometres to Metres Converter
Convert kilometre to metre instantly. Type a value below — the result updates as you type.
When you need to convert kilometre to metre
Length conversions come up constantly in DIY, travel and online shopping — sizing furniture, reading a height in a different system, or checking a screen or fabric measurement listed in unfamiliar units.
Typical values: 0.5 km is about 500 m, and 5 km works out to roughly 5000 m. Because the ratio is fixed at 1000, you can scale any amount linearly — doubling the kilometres doubles the metres.
Metric and imperial length units coexist worldwide, so the same object is often quoted two ways depending on the country.
How to convert kilometre to metre
One kilometre equals 1000 metres. To convert, multiply the number of kilometres by 1000:
metres = kilometres × 1000
For example, 10 kilometres × 1000 = 10000 metres.
Kilometres to metres conversion table
| Length (km) | Metres (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 km | 1000 m |
| 2 km | 2000 m |
| 3 km | 3000 m |
| 5 km | 5000 m |
| 10 km | 10000 m |
| 20 km | 20000 m |
| 50 km | 50000 m |
| 100 km | 100000 m |
FAQ
How many metres are in a kilometre?
One kilometre = 1000 metres.
How do I convert metres back to kilometres?
Divide by 1000, or use the metres to kilometres converter.