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Kilometer / hour to Meter / second

Convert kilometer / hour (km/h) to meter / second (m/s) — with the exact factor, a quick-reference table and a free converter that works offline.

1 km/h = 0.2777778 m/s

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Conversion table

Kilometer / hour (km/h)Meter / second (m/s)
1 km/h0.2777778 m/s
2 km/h0.5555556 m/s
5 km/h1.388889 m/s
10 km/h2.777778 m/s
20 km/h5.555556 m/s
50 km/h13.88889 m/s
100 km/h27.77778 m/s
500 km/h138.8889 m/s

How the conversion works

Both units measure speed. One kilometer / hour equals exactly 0.2777778 m/s, so multiply by that factor to convert.

FAQ

How many meter / seconds in a kilometer / hour?

1 km/h = 0.2777778 m/s.

How do I convert kilometer / hour to meter / second?

Multiply the kilometer / hour value by 0.2777778. For example, 10 km/h × 0.2777778 = 2.777778 m/s.

Where does the factor come from?

The conversion factor is defined in BIPM SI Brochure; both units are speed units converted through meter / second.

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Conversion factors: BIPM SI Brochure. Computed by the same engine that powers the app.

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