How it works
miles = steps ÷ steps-per-mileaverage ≈ 2,112 steps per mile · km = miles × 1.609
- steps
- your step count
- steps-per-mile
- how many of your steps cover a mile
- miles
- the distance walked
Stride grows with height and with speed, so you take fewer steps per mile when walking fast. These figures are averages, not a measurement of your exact stride.
Frequently asked questions
How many miles is 10,000 steps?
About 4.7 miles, or 7.6 km, using an average of 2,112 steps per mile.
How many steps are in a mile?
Around 2,000 to 2,500 for most people, with 2,112 a common average.
How many steps is 5 km?
Roughly 6,500 steps at an average stride.
Does height change steps per mile?
Yes. Taller people have a longer stride, so they take fewer steps per mile.