Convert any length or distance between metric and imperial units. Pick the unit you have and the unit you want, and see the value in every other unit in the table below.
Formula
Result = Value × (metres per “from” unit) ÷ (metres per “to” unit)
Every unit is defined exactly in metres: 1 inch = 2.54 cm, 1 foot = 0.3048 m, 1 mile = 1,609.344 m and 1 nautical mile = 1,852 m.
Common conversions
1 inch = 2.54 cm · 1 foot = 30.48 cm · 1 metre ≈ 3.281 feet · 1 mile ≈ 1.609 km · 1 km ≈ 0.621 miles.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet are in a metre?
One metre is about 3.28084 feet. One foot is exactly 0.3048 metres.
How do I convert cm to inches?
Divide the number of centimetres by 2.54. For example, 30 cm ÷ 2.54 ≈ 11.81 inches.
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