Convert feet to miles
Converting feet to miles is a common length task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 ft equals 0.000189394 mi, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert feet to miles
To convert feet to miles, multiply the number of feet by 0.000189394. For example, 10 ft × 0.000189394 = 0.00189394 mi.
mi = ft × 0.000189394
- Write down the value in feet you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.000189394 (the exact ft→mi factor).
- The result is your value in miles. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of feet and their equivalents in miles:
| ft | mi |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000189394 |
| 2 | 0.000378788 |
| 3 | 0.000568182 |
| 4 | 0.000757576 |
| 5 | 0.00094697 |
| 10 | 0.00189394 |
| 20 | 0.00378788 |
| 25 | 0.00473485 |
| 50 | 0.0094697 |
| 100 | 0.0189394 |
| 250 | 0.0473485 |
| 500 | 0.094697 |
About these units
Foot (ft). A foot is an imperial unit defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, or 12 inches. It remains the common unit for human height, room dimensions and altitude in the US and UK.
Mile (mi). The international mile is defined as exactly 1,609.344 meters, or 5,280 feet. It is the standard road distance unit in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert feet to miles?
To convert feet to miles, multiply the number of feet by 0.000189394. For example, 10 ft × 0.000189394 = 0.00189394 mi. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many miles are in 1 foot?
1 ft = 0.000189394 mi. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many feet are in 1 mile?
1 mi = 5,280 ft. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Mile to Foot converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the feet to miles conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.000189394 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is foot used for?
A foot is an imperial unit defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, or 12 inches. It remains the common unit for human height, room dimensions and altitude in the US and UK.