Length Converter
Convert between meters, feet, inches, and more
Quick Conversions
Common Conversions
1 meter = 100 centimeters
1 meter = 3.281 feet
1 foot = 12 inches
1 mile = 1.609 kilometers
1 inch = 2.54 centimeters
1 kilometer = 1000 meters
How to Use
- âĸ Enter the length value you want to convert
- âĸ Select the unit of the value you entered
- âĸ View instant conversions to all other length units
- âĸ The original unit is highlighted for easy reference
- âĸ Use quick conversions for common length measurements
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About the Length Converter
Our comprehensive length converter handles all your measurement conversion needs. Whether you're shopping online from international retailers, working on DIY projects, following recipes from different countries, comparing product dimensions, or studying science and engineering, this tool converts between metric (meters, centimeters, millimeters) and imperial (feet, inches, yards, miles) units instantly. See conversions in all available units simultaneously or focus on specific pairs. Perfect for students, professionals, travelers, and anyone dealing with measurements from different systems.
Key Features
10+ Length Units
Meters, cm, mm, feet, inches, yards, miles, kilometers, and more
Instant Conversion
Real-time results as you type any value
Bi-Directional
Convert from any unit to any other seamlessly
High Precision
Accurate to 6 decimal places for precise work
Multiple Results View
See your measurement in all units at once
Common Conversions
Quick access to frequently used conversions like cm to inches
Fraction Support
Handles fractional inches (e.g., 5 3/4 inches)
Copy Results
One-click copy of any converted value
How to Convert Lengths
Enter Length Value
Type the measurement you want to convert
Select From Unit
Choose the unit you're converting from (meters, feet, cm, etc.)
Select To Unit
Choose the unit you want to convert to (or view all units)
View Results
See instant, accurate conversion with high precision
Length Conversion Tips
- Inches to Centimeters: Multiply inches by 2.54 for exact cm (1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly)
- Centimeters to Inches: Divide cm by 2.54, or multiply by 0.3937 (2.5 cm â 1 inch as rough estimate)
- Feet to Meters: Multiply feet by 0.3048 for meters (1 foot = 0.3048 m). 3 feet â 1 meter as quick estimate
- Meters to Feet: Multiply meters by 3.28084 for feet (1 m = 3.28 ft). Remember: 1.8m height â 6 feet
- Common Heights: 5 feet = 152.4 cm, 6 feet = 182.9 cm. Useful for international forms and profiles
- Screen Sizes: TV/monitor diagonal: multiply inches by 2.54 for cm (55-inch TV = 140 cm)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many centimeters are in an inch?
One inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters. This is the defined conversion factor by international agreement. To convert inches to cm, multiply by 2.54. To convert cm to inches, divide by 2.54 (or multiply by 0.393701). For example, 10 inches = 25.4 cm, and 10 cm = 3.937 inches.
How many feet are in a meter?
One meter equals 3.28084 feet (approximately 3.28 feet). To convert meters to feet, multiply by 3.28084. To convert feet to meters, multiply by 0.3048. For example, 2 meters = 6.56 feet, and 10 feet = 3.048 meters. Quick estimate: 3 feet â 1 meter.
Why do different countries use different length units?
Most countries use the metric system (meters, centimeters) adopted for its decimal simplicity - units differ by powers of 10. The US primarily uses imperial units (feet, inches) for historical reasons, though metric is used in science. The UK uses a mix. This variation creates need for conversion tools in our global world.
What's the easiest way to remember inch to cm conversion?
Remember '1 inch = 2.5 cm' as a rough estimate (exact is 2.54). Or think: 1 inch is about the length of your thumb from tip to first joint. For precision work, use 2.54 exactly. For quick mental math, doubling and adding 10% works: 4 inches = 4Ã2.5 = 10 cm.
How do I convert my height from feet and inches to centimeters?
First convert feet to inches (multiply by 12), add remaining inches, then multiply total inches by 2.54. For example, 5 feet 8 inches: (5Ã12)+8 = 68 inches, 68Ã2.54 = 172.72 cm. Or use our converter which handles feet+inches directly!
Are yards and meters the same?
No, but they're close. 1 yard = 0.9144 meters, or 1 meter = 1.094 yards. A meter is about 10% longer than a yard. In sports, a football field is 100 yards = 91.44 meters. Track races use meters (100m, 400m), while American football uses yards.
Why Use a Length Converter?
In our interconnected world, length measurements cross borders constantly. Online shopping shows product dimensions in various units. International construction projects mix metric and imperial. Recipes and craft patterns from different countries use different measurements. Height requirements, screen sizes, fabric lengths, travel distances - all may appear in unfamiliar units. Rather than memorizing conversion factors or doing error-prone mental math, a length converter provides instant, accurate results. Essential for online shopping, DIY projects, international travel, academic work, professional engineering, and everyday situations where you encounter measurements in different systems. The ability to see multiple unit conversions simultaneously helps you develop intuition for different measurement scales.