Convert Meter per Second to Kilometer per Hour
1 meter per second equals 3.6 kilometers per hour. Enter a value below to convert instantly.
Formula
Multiply the number of meters per second by 3.6 to get kilometers per hour.
Step by step
- Start with 1 m/s.
- Multiply by the conversion factor 3.6.
- 1 × 3.6 = 3.6 km/h.
Meter per Second to Kilometer per Hour conversion table
| Meters per Second (m/s) | Kilometers per Hour (km/h) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3.6 |
| 5 | 18 |
| 10 | 36 |
| 20 | 72 |
| 30 | 108 |
| 40 | 144 |
| 50 | 180 |
| 60 | 216 |
| 80 | 288 |
| 100 | 360 |
About the meter per second
The meter per second (m/s) is a SI unit of speed.
About the kilometer per hour
The kilometer per hour (km/h) is a Metric unit of speed.
Where this conversion is used
Converting meters per second to kilometers per hour comes up when driving, running, cycling, aviation, and weather reports.
Need the other direction? Convert kilometer per hour to meter per second →
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Frequently asked questions
How many kilometers per hour are in a meter per second?
One meter per second equals 3.6 kilometers per hour.
How do you convert meters per second to kilometers per hour?
Multiply the number of meters per second by 3.6 to get kilometers per hour.
What is 1 kilometer per hour in meters per second?
One kilometer per hour equals 0.27777778 meters per second.
When would I convert meters per second to kilometers per hour?
This conversion is common when driving, running, cycling, aviation, and weather reports.
Conversion factors are based on internationally agreed unit definitions. See our methodology and sources for details on how these values are verified.