Convert kilometers to meters instantly. You can also swap units.
meters = kilometers ร 1000
1 kilometer = 1000 meters
A kilometer (km) is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters. It is commonly used to measure long distances such as roads, travel routes, and geographic locations.
A meter (m) is the base unit of length in the metric system. It is widely used in science, engineering, construction, and daily measurements.
Example: 3 km ร 1000 = 3000 m
| Kilometers (km) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 500 |
| 1 | 1000 |
| 2 | 2000 |
| 5 | 5000 |
| 10 | 10000 |
| 25 | 25000 |
1.5 km = 1500 m
4 km = 4000 m
12 km = 12000 m
There are exactly 1000 meters in one kilometer.
Because the metric system is base-10, and 1 kilometer equals 1000 meters by definition.
Yes. A meter is much smaller; 1000 meters make up one kilometer.
Kilometers represent much longer distances than meters.