How to use Length Converter
- Type the value you want to convert.
- Choose the unit you are converting from and the unit you want.
- Read the result instantly – every other unit is listed in the table below it.
- Use “Copy” to copy the result, or “Swap” to convert the other way.
Common length conversions
| From | Equals |
|---|---|
| 1 Metre (m) | 100 cm (Centimetre) |
| 1 Centimetre (cm) | 10 mm (Millimetre) |
| 1 Kilometre (km) | 1,000 m (Metre) |
| 1 Hectometre (hm) | 100 m (Metre) |
| 1 Centimetre (cm) | 0.3937007874 in (Inch) |
| 1 Inch (in) | 2.54 cm (Centimetre) |
| 1 Foot (ft) | 0.3048 m (Metre) |
| 1 Metre (m) | 3.280839895 ft (Foot) |
| 1 Kilometre (km) | 0.6213711922 mi (Mile) |
| 1 Mile (mi) | 1.609344 km (Kilometre) |
| 1 Yard (yd) | 0.9144 m (Metre) |
| 1 Nautical mile (nmi) | 1.852 km (Kilometre) |
Metre to Centimetre table
| Metre (m) | Centimetre (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 m | 100 cm |
| 2 m | 200 cm |
| 5 m | 500 cm |
| 10 m | 1,000 cm |
| 20 m | 2,000 cm |
| 25 m | 2,500 cm |
| 50 m | 5,000 cm |
| 100 m | 10,000 cm |
| 500 m | 50,000 cm |
| 1,000 m | 100,000 cm |
Units in this converter
Nanometre (nm), Micrometre (micron) (µm), Millimetre (mm), Centimetre (cm), Decimetre (dm), Metre (m), Decametre (dam), Hectometre (hm), Kilometre (km), Mil (thou) (mil), Inch (in), Foot (ft), Yard (yd), Fathom (ftm), Chain (ch), Furlong (fur), Mile (mi), Nautical mile (nmi).
Examples
- 5 ft 10 in ≈ 1.778 m (70 in × 2.54 cm)
- 10 km = 6.2137 miles
- 1 hectometre = 100 metres = 10,000 cm
Supported formats
| Input | Number |
|---|---|
| Output | Converted value, Full conversion table |
| Processing | On your device, in the browser (no upload) |
Limitations to know
- Feet and inches are entered as one unit at a time (e.g. convert 70 in, or 5.8333 ft).
- Results are shown to up to 10 significant digits; extremely large or small values switch to scientific notation (e.g. 1.5e-12).
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Frequently asked questions
How many centimetres are in a metre?
There are exactly 100 centimetres in a metre, and 1,000 millimetres. A kilometre is 1,000 metres, and a hectometre is 100 metres.
How do I convert centimetres to inches?
Divide by 2.54. For example, 30 cm ÷ 2.54 = 11.81 inches. To go from inches to centimetres, multiply by 2.54.
What is the difference between a mile and a nautical mile?
A statute mile is 1,609.344 m and is used on roads. A nautical mile is 1,852 m and is used at sea and in aviation.
References
- NIST Special Publication 811 – Guide for the Use of the SI
- BIPM – The International System of Units (SI Brochure)
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