Convert kilometers to meters
Enter a value in kilometers to convert it to meters.
kilometers to meters reference
| kilometers | meters |
|---|---|
| 1 km | 1000 m |
| 2 km | 2000 m |
| 5 km | 5000 m |
| 10 km | 10000 m |
| 25 km | 25000 m |
| 50 km | 50000 m |
| 100 km | 100000 m |
The conversion factor
One kilometer is 1000 meters. So to convert, multiply your figure in kilometers by 1000. To go the other way, multiply meters by 0.001, or use the meters to kilometers converter.
Doing it in your head
For a quick estimate, round the factor: roughly "times 1000". Use the exact converter above when the number matters.
Where this conversion comes up
Height, distance, DIY measurements, maps, and any spec sheet that mixes metric and imperial.
See the common unit conversions cheat sheet for the factors worth memorising.
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Frequently asked questions
How many meters are in a kilometer?
1 kilometer = 1000 meters.
What is the formula to convert kilometers to meters?
Multiply the number of kilometers by 1000. To go back the other way, multiply meters by 0.001.
What is 10 kilometers in meters?
10 kilometers = 10000 meters. The reference table below lists more common values.
Is this converter accurate?
It uses the internationally defined conversion factors and computes at full floating-point precision, then rounds only the displayed result. For everyday purposes it is exact; for legal, engineering or scientific work, confirm the required number of significant figures.
Does it work offline?
Yes. The conversion runs in your browser with no server call, so it keeps working with no connection, and nothing you enter is uploaded.
Last reviewed: September 2026. Figures and formulas are checked against their published sources; see the site's data notes.