Wavelength Calculator

Calculate wavelength from wave speed and frequency with λ = v ÷ f.

About the Wavelength Calculator

This calculator finds the distance covered during one wave cycle from propagation speed and frequency.

How to use it

  1. Enter wave speed and choose m/s or km/s.
  2. Enter frequency and choose Hz, kHz, MHz or GHz.
  3. Calculate to view wavelength in m, cm and mm.

Formula and logic

Wavelength is λ = v ÷ f after converting speed to meters per second and frequency to hertz.

Example

A wave traveling at 343 m/s with a frequency of 1,000 Hz has a wavelength of 0.343 m.

Notes

Wave speed depends on the medium and conditions. Use a speed appropriate to the example being studied.