Inches to Centimeters
1 Inch = 2.54 Centimeters
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About the inch to centimeter conversion
The inch (in) and the centimeter (cm) are both units of length. Convert between metric and imperial length units — millimeters, meters, kilometers, inches, feet, yards, miles and nautical miles.
To convert inches to centimeters, multiply by 2.54. To go back, multiply centimeters by 0.3937.
Reference table
| Inches | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 2.54 cm |
| 5 in | 12.7 cm |
| 10 in | 25.4 cm |
| 25 in | 63.5 cm |
| 50 in | 127 cm |
| 100 in | 254 cm |
Need the reverse conversion? Convert Centimeters to Inches.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many centimeters is 1 inch?
- 1 Inch equals 2.54 Centimeters. To go the other way, 1 Centimeter equals 0.3937 Inches.
- What's the formula to convert inches to centimeters?
- Multiply the number of inches by 2.54 to get centimeters. For example, 10 inches × 2.54 = 25.4 centimeters.
- Does this converter handle decimals and very large numbers?
- Yes. Type any real number, including decimals or values in the trillions. Math runs entirely in your browser — no server round-trip, no sign-up, and nothing to install.