How to Convert Kilometers per Hour to Meters per Second
To convert from Kilometers per Hour (km/h) to Meters per Second (m/s), apply the following formula:
m/s = km/h ÷ 3.6
Example: 72 km/h = 20 m/s
Quick Reference Table
Common kilometers per hour to meters per second conversions:
| Kilometers per Hour (km/h) | Meters per Second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 km/h | 20 m/s |
| 2 km/h | 40 m/s |
| 5 km/h | 100 m/s |
| 10 km/h | 200 m/s |
| 25 km/h | 500 m/s |
| 50 km/h | 1000 m/s |
| 100 km/h | 2000 m/s |
| 250 km/h | 5000 m/s |
| 500 km/h | 10000 m/s |
| 1000 km/h | 20000 m/s |
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About Kilometers per Hour and Meters per Second
Kilometers per Hour (km/h) and Meters per Second (m/s) are both speed units used in different measurement systems around the world. Our free converter lets you convert any value between them instantly without needing to remember the conversion factor.