Common length conversions
| From | To | Multiply by |
|---|---|---|
| Inch | Centimetre | 2.54 (exact) |
| Foot | Metre | 0.3048 (exact) |
| Metre | Foot | 3.28084 |
| Mile | Kilometre | 1.609344 |
| Kilometre | Mile | 0.621371 |
| Yard | Metre | 0.9144 |
| Nautical mile | Kilometre | 1.852 |
Height: feet and inches to cm
Multiply feet by 30.48 and inches by 2.54, then add. For example, 5 ft 8 in = 5 × 30.48 + 8 × 2.54 = 172.72 cm. To go back, divide centimetres by 2.54 to get inches, then divide by 12 for feet.
Metric and imperial units
India uses the metric system officially, but feet and inches are still common for height, room sizes and property. Since 1959 the inch has been defined as exactly 2.54 cm, so feet-to-metre conversions are exact.
Frequently asked questions
How many feet are in a metre?
One metre is about 3.28084 feet, or 3 feet 3.37 inches.
How many cm is 1 foot?
Exactly 30.48 centimetres.
Conversions use standard factors and are for general information. Exchange rates are indicative and may differ from rates offered by banks.
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