Instant length and distance conversion with a full table of every unit.
What is the Length Converter?
Convert any length or distance between metric and imperial units instantly: millimetres, centimetres, metres, kilometres, inches, feet, yards, miles and nautical miles. Enter a value once and see it in every unit in the table below.
It is handy for height in feet and inches, furniture and room sizes, travel distances, running routes and school homework.
How to use the Length Converter
- Type the value.
- Choose the unit you have and the unit you want.
- Read the answer or use the full table.
Common length conversions
| From | To | Multiply by |
|---|---|---|
| Inches | Centimetres | 2.54 |
| Feet | Metres | 0.3048 |
| Metres | Feet | 3.2808 |
| Kilometres | Miles | 0.6214 |
| Miles | Kilometres | 1.6093 |
Height in feet and inches
To convert 5 ft 7 in to centimetres: 5 × 30.48 + 7 × 2.54 = 170.2 cm. To go the other way, divide centimetres by 2.54 to get inches, then divide by 12 for feet.
Frequently asked questions
How many cm are in an inch?
Exactly 2.54 cm.
How many feet are in a metre?
About 3.28 feet.
What is a nautical mile?
1,852 metres – used at sea and in aviation.
Is a kilometre longer than a mile?
No. A mile is about 1.61 km.
This length converter is 100% free, needs no signup and works on phones, tablets and computers. Your data is processed in your browser and never uploaded.
Last updated: · By NodifyTech