Inches to Centimeters Converter
Type a length in inches to get centimeters, or enter centimeters to get inches. The result updates as you type.
How to convert inches to centimeters
To convert inches to centimeters, multiply the number of inches by 2.54. To convert centimeters to inches, divide by 2.54. The factor is exact.
Example: 6 in × 2.54 = 15.24 cm.
To convert feet and inches, change the whole height to inches first. 5 ft 10 in = 70 in, and 70 × 2.54 = 177.8 cm.
Inches to Centimeters chart
Inches to centimeters
| Inches (in) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 2 | 5.08 |
| 3 | 7.62 |
| 4 | 10.16 |
| 5 | 12.7 |
| 6 | 15.24 |
| 8 | 20.32 |
| 10 | 25.4 |
| 12 | 30.48 |
| 24 | 60.96 |
| 36 | 91.44 |
| 48 | 121.92 |
| 60 | 152.4 |
| 72 | 182.88 |
Centimeters to inches
| Centimeters (cm) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3937 |
| 2 | 0.7874 |
| 5 | 1.9685 |
| 10 | 3.937 |
| 15 | 5.9055 |
| 20 | 7.874 |
| 25 | 9.8425 |
| 30 | 11.811 |
| 50 | 19.685 |
| 100 | 39.3701 |
Height chart: feet and inches to cm
| Height | Inches | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 ft 10 in | 58 | 147.32 |
| 5 ft 0 in | 60 | 152.4 |
| 5 ft 2 in | 62 | 157.48 |
| 5 ft 4 in | 64 | 162.56 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 66 | 167.64 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 68 | 172.72 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 70 | 177.8 |
| 6 ft 0 in | 72 | 182.88 |
| 6 ft 2 in | 74 | 187.96 |
| 6 ft 4 in | 76 | 193.04 |
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in an inch?
One inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters.
How many inches are in a centimeter?
One centimeter equals about 0.3937 inches.
How do I convert feet and inches to cm?
Multiply the feet by 12, add the extra inches, then multiply the total by 2.54. For example, 5 ft 8 in = 68 in = 172.72 cm.
How many cm is 6 feet?
Six feet is 72 inches, which equals 182.88 centimeters.
Why is the conversion factor exactly 2.54?
Since 1959 the international inch has been defined as exactly 2.54 centimeters, so the factor is not rounded.