Speed Converter

km/h, mph, m/s, and knots converted exactly.

Quick answer: Convert speed units online. Translate kilometers per hour (km/h), miles per hour (mph), meters per second, and knots instantly.

Meters/second → Kilometers/hour3.6

exact international definitions — computed locally

Convert speeds across road, science, and marine units.

How it works

  1. Select the initial speed metric and your desired converted metric.
  2. Enter the speed value.
  3. The calculator maps the value via meters per second to give you an exact speed.

Frequently asked questions

km/h to mph quick rule?

Multiply by 0.62 — 100 km/h ≈ 62 mph.

Why do ships and planes use knots?

Nautical miles tie to degrees of latitude, making navigation math cleaner.

What is a fast sprint in these units?

Elite sprinters peak near 12 m/s ≈ 43 km/h ≈ 27 mph.

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