Mile to Astronomical unit
Convert Mile to Astronomical unit instantly. Free online astronomy unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
astronomical unit = mile × 1.07578002e-8
mile = astronomical unit × 9.29558073e+7
Conversion table
| 1 mi | 1.07578002e-8 AU |
| 5 mi | 5.37890009e-8 AU |
| 10 mi | 1.07578002e-7 AU |
| 20 mi | 2.15156004e-7 AU |
| 50 mi | 5.37890009e-7 AU |
| 100 mi | 1.07578002e-6 AU |
| 500 mi | 5.37890009e-6 AU |
| 1,000 mi | 1.07578002e-5 AU |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the mile (mi). A statute mile is exactly 1,609.344 meters.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the astronomical unit (AU). An astronomical unit (AU) is the mean Earth-Sun distance, about 149.6 million kilometers.
How do I convert mile to astronomical unit?
Multiply the mile value by 1.07578002e-8. For example, 10 mi × 1.07578002e-8 = 1.07578002e-7 AU.
Is the mile to astronomical unit conversion exact?
Yes. Both units have a fixed, defined relationship to the astronomy converter's distance base unit, so the conversion factor is exact rather than a measured approximation.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used in astronomy, physics, and space science whenever a distance value expressed in mile needs to be compared with, or reported in, astronomical unit.
Can I convert astronomical unit back to mile?
Yes. Multiply the astronomical unit value by 9.29558073e+7 to get mile.
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About this conversion
This page converts mile (mi) to astronomical unit (AU) within the astronomy converter.
A statute mile is exactly 1,609.344 meters.
An astronomical unit (AU) is the mean Earth-Sun distance, about 149.6 million kilometers.
The formula is astronomical unit = mile × 1.07578002e-8, based on each unit's fixed relationship to the astronomy converter's distance base unit.
The conversion is exact, since it relies on a fixed numerical ratio between the two units rather than a measured or approximate value.
Use the calculator above for instant results, or the table below for common mile values already converted to astronomical unit.