Convert Rod to Mile
Type the number of rods that you wish to convert to miles.
How to Convert Rods to Miles
The rod and mile are both units of length. By definition, 1 mile equals exactly 320 rods. This means to convert rods to miles, you divide by 320.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 rd to miles:
We need to convert rods to miles
Since 1 mi = 320 rd, divide by 320
5 ÷ 320 = 0.015625
5 rd = 0.015625 mi
Rod to Mile Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common rod to mile conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Rods (rd) | Miles (mi) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 rd | 0.0003125 mi |
| 0.5 rd | 0.0015625 mi |
| 1 rd | 0.003125 mi |
| 2 rd | 0.00625 mi |
| 5 rd | 0.015625 mi |
| 10 rd | 0.03125 mi |
| 25 rd | 0.078125 mi |
| 50 rd | 0.15625 mi |
| 100 rd | 0.3125 mi |
About These Units
Rod (rd)
A rod (rd), also called perch or pole, is an imperial unit equal to 16.5 feet, 5.5 yards, or 5.0292 meters. Rods were historically used in land surveying and agriculture. Four rods equal one chain, 40 rods equal one furlong.
Mile (mi)
A mile (mi) is an imperial unit equal to 5,280 feet, 1,760 yards, or 1.609344 kilometers. Miles measure road distances and speed limits in the United States and United Kingdom. Common conversions: 1 mile = 1.609 km, 1 km = 0.621 miles. A marathon is 26.2 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert rods to miles?
To convert rods to miles, divide the value by 320. For example, 10 rd = 0.03125 mi.
How many miles are in 1 rod?
1 rod equals 0.003125 miles.
What is the formula for rods to miles?
The formula is: mi = rd ÷ 320.