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Speed Converter

Instantly convert speed between Meters per Second, Kilometers per Hour, Miles per Hour, Feet per Second, Knots, Mach Number, and Speed of Light with interactive speedometer visualization and real-time comparisons.

Speed Converter

Speed Unit Converter

Convert between m/s, km/h, mph, knots, Mach, and more

Quick Examples:
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 km/h
0 km/h

⚡ Common Units

Meters per Second m/s
Kilometers per Hour km/h
Miles per Hour mph
Feet per Second ft/s
Centimeters per Second cm/s
Yards per Second yd/s
Navigation & Aviation
Knots kn
Mach Number Ma
Miles per Minute mi/min
Scientific Units
Kilometers per Second km/s
Speed of Light c

📊 Speed References

🚶
Walking
5
km/h
—
🚴
Cycling
20
km/h
—
🚗
City Driving
50
km/h
—
🛣️
Highway
120
km/h
—
🚄
High-Speed Train
300
km/h
—
✈️
Aircraft
900
km/h
—
🔊
Speed of Sound
1,235
km/h
—
💨
Rifle Bullet
3,240
km/h
—

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About Speed Converter

Welcome to the Speed Converter, a comprehensive tool for converting between all common speed and velocity units. Whether you need to convert kilometers per hour to miles per hour, understand how fast a knot is, or compare speeds to the speed of sound, this converter provides instant, accurate results with an intuitive visual interface.

Supported Speed Units

This converter supports a wide range of speed units used in everyday life, science, aviation, maritime, and aerospace applications:

Common Speed Units

Navigation & Aviation Units

Scientific Units

Conversion Formulas

All conversions use meters per second (m/s) as the base unit. Here are key conversion factors:

km/h to m/s
$$\text{m/s} = \frac{\text{km/h}}{3.6}$$
mph to m/s
$$\text{m/s} = \text{mph} \times 0.44704$$
knots to m/s
$$\text{m/s} = \text{knots} \times 0.514444$$
Mach to m/s
$$\text{m/s} = \text{Mach} \times 343$$

Speed Conversion Reference Table

UnitAbbreviation1 m/s equalsTo convert to m/s
Kilometers per hourkm/h3.6 km/h÷ 3.6
Miles per hourmph2.23694 mph× 0.44704
Feet per secondft/s3.28084 ft/s× 0.3048
Knotskn1.94384 knots× 0.514444
Mach (at sea level)Ma0.00291545 Ma× 343
Kilometers per secondkm/s0.001 km/s× 1000
Speed of lightc3.336×10⁻⁹ c× 299,792,458

How to Use This Converter

  1. Enter a value: Type a speed value in any input field. The converter works bidirectionally - enter in any unit you prefer.
  2. View instant results: All other units update automatically as you type. No need to click a convert button.
  3. Check the speedometer: The visual speedometer shows your speed on a familiar gauge (calibrated in km/h up to 300).
  4. Compare with references: See how your speed compares to everyday examples like walking, driving, or the speed of sound.
  5. Copy results: Click the copy icon next to any value to copy it to your clipboard.
  6. Try quick presets: Use the preset buttons to quickly see common speed examples.
Tip: The speedometer visualization is calibrated for everyday speeds (0-300 km/h). For very high speeds like Mach numbers or the speed of light, the gauge will show maximum, but all numeric conversions remain accurate.

Understanding Speed Units

Why Do Different Countries Use Different Units?

The US, UK, and a few other countries use miles per hour (mph) due to historical use of the imperial system. Most other countries use kilometers per hour (km/h), which is part of the metric system. This can be confusing for travelers, especially when renting cars abroad.

What is a Knot?

A knot is one nautical mile per hour. Nautical miles are based on Earth's geometry - one nautical mile equals one minute of latitude (1/60 of a degree). This makes knots particularly useful for navigation, as calculations involving latitude and longitude become simpler. Aircraft and ships worldwide use knots for speed.

Understanding Mach Numbers

The Mach number represents speed as a ratio to the speed of sound. Mach 1 is the speed of sound (approximately 343 m/s or 1,235 km/h at sea level and 20°C). The actual speed varies with temperature and altitude. Aircraft flying faster than Mach 1 are called supersonic. The Concorde cruised at Mach 2.04, while modern fighter jets can exceed Mach 2.5.

The Speed of Light

The speed of light in a vacuum is exactly 299,792,458 meters per second. This is the fastest speed possible in the universe according to Einstein's theory of relativity. Light travels about 9.46 trillion kilometers in one year, which defines the unit called a light-year used in astronomy.

Reference Speeds for Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between km/h and mph?

Kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph) are both units of speed. 1 mph equals approximately 1.60934 km/h. The US, UK, and a few other countries use mph, while most of the world uses km/h. To convert mph to km/h, multiply by 1.60934. To convert km/h to mph, divide by 1.60934.

What is a knot and why is it used?

A knot is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour (approximately 1.852 km/h or 1.151 mph). Knots are used in maritime and aviation because nautical miles are based on Earth's geometry - one nautical mile equals one minute of latitude, making navigation calculations easier.

What is Mach number?

Mach number is the ratio of an object's speed to the speed of sound in the surrounding medium. Mach 1 is the speed of sound (approximately 343 m/s or 1,235 km/h at sea level and 20°C). Mach 2 is twice the speed of sound. Aircraft flying faster than Mach 1 are supersonic.

How fast is the speed of light?

The speed of light in a vacuum is exactly 299,792,458 meters per second (approximately 1.08 billion km/h or 670.6 million mph). It is the fastest speed possible in the universe and is denoted by 'c'. Light travels about 9.46 trillion kilometers in one year (a light-year).

What is the SI unit of speed?

The SI (International System of Units) unit of speed is meters per second (m/s). It measures how many meters an object travels in one second. Other common units include km/h (kilometers per hour), mph (miles per hour), and ft/s (feet per second).

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by miniwebtool team. Updated: Feb 01, 2026

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