Inches to Centimeters – inch to centimeter Converter
1 in = 2.54 cm
Formula
cm = in × 2.54
Inches to centimeters conversion table
| inches (in) | centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 in | 1.27 cm |
| 1 in | 2.54 cm |
| 2 in | 5.08 cm |
| 3 in | 7.62 cm |
| 5 in | 12.7 cm |
| 10 in | 25.4 cm |
| 20 in | 50.8 cm |
| 25 in | 63.5 cm |
| 50 in | 127 cm |
| 75 in | 190.5 cm |
| 100 in | 254 cm |
| 250 in | 635 cm |
| 500 in | 1270 cm |
| 1000 in | 2540 cm |
| 5000 in | 12700 cm |
Inches and centimeters are both length units. One inch equals 2.54 centimeters; enter any value above for an instant result, or use the table for common conversions.
Sanity-check examples
1 in = 2.54 cm10 in = 25.4 cm100 in = 254 cm
Common pitfalls and look-alike units
The international statute mile is exactly 1.60934 km; the nautical mile is a different unit (1 nmi = 1.852 km) that shows up in knots. Chinese market units follow the modern definitions 1 li = 500 m, 1 chi = 1/3 m, 1 cun = 1/30 m — older chi varied by dynasty (roughly 0.32–0.35 m), so do not apply them to historical measurements.
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in a inch?
1 inch (in) equals 2.54 centimeter (cm).
How do I convert inches to centimeters?
Multiply the inch value by 2.54 to get centimeter — for example, 2 inches = 5.08 centimeter.
How do I convert centimeters back to inches?
1 centimeter is approximately 0.393701 inch. Use the swap button or the reverse conversion page linked on this page.