Inch to Centimeter
1 in = 2.54 cm
How to convert inch to centimeter
Enter the value in inch (in) above and the equivalent in centimeter (cm) updates as you type. This conversion comes up when reading product specs from US websites while living in a metric country (TV sizes, lumber, pipe diameter).
Typical situations: planning road trips in countries that use a different system than your car navigation; DIY and construction: buying metric materials with imperial plans or the other way round; understanding running or cycling distances when following US training plans.
You can also convert in the other direction: Centimeter to Inch
Inch to Centimeter conversion table
| Inch (in) | Centimeter (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 2 | 5.08 |
| 5 | 12.7 |
| 10 | 25.4 |
| 25 | 63.5 |
| 50 | 127 |
| 100 | 254 |
Watch out for
- Mixing up nautical miles (1,852 m) with statute miles (1,609.344 m); aviation and shipping use nautical miles
- US survey feet differ slightly from international feet; irrelevant for daily life, but matters in land surveying
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters is 1 inch?
1 inch = 2.54 centimeters.
What is the formula to convert inch to centimeters?
The formula is: cm = in × 2.54.
What is 10 inches in centimeters?
10 inches = 25.4 centimeters.