Inches to centimeters (in to cm)

Multiply inches by exactly 2.54 to get centimeters - the inch has been defined that way since 1959. A foot (12 inches) is 30.48 cm, and a yard (36 inches) comes to 91.44 cm.

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Centimeters (cm) -

centimeters = inches x 2.54

Going the other way? Use the cm to in converter.

in to cm conversion table

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

How to convert inches to centimeters

The formula is centimeters = inches x 2.54. Type any value into the converter above for an exact result, or use the table for the most common conversions. For other units, the full length converter handles every combination, and the unit converter covers length, weight, temperature, speed, area, volume and data in one place.

Frequently asked questions

How many centimeters are in 1 inch?
1 in = 2.54 cm. The formula is centimeters = inches x 2.54; the converter applies it to whatever you type and rounds only for display.
What is 6 in in cm?
6 in = 15.24 cm, using centimeters = inches x 2.54.
How do I convert centimeters back to inches?
Use inches = centimeters ÷ 2.54. For example, 20 cm = 7.87 in. The cm to in converter does this for you.