Sometimes, you need to convert between different units of measurement. For example, you might need to know how many feet are in a meter, or how many kilograms are in a pound. One of the most common needs is converting between the metric system (meters) and the imperial/US customary systems (miles).
So, just how far is 400 meters in miles? This article will explain the conversion, giving you the answer and some context. A meter is the base unit of length in the metric system, while a mile is a unit of distance in the imperial and US customary systems.