How it works
Every unit is converted through meters per second. 1 mph = 1.609344 km/h; 1 knot = 1 nautical mile (1,852 m) per hour.
Formula
km/h = mph × 1.609344 · m/s = km/h ÷ 3.6
Example
60 mph = 96.56 km/h = 26.82 m/s = 88 ft/s = 52.14 knots.
Assumptions & limitations
- Results are rounded for display.
Frequently asked questions
Why do boats and planes use knots?
A nautical mile matches one minute of latitude, which makes navigation math easier.