Inch to Centimeter Converter
Convert inches to centimeters with this free length converter. The exact relationship used on this page is 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters. Type any number — the result updates instantly, works on phones and desktops, and is ready to copy into homework, a spec sheet, or a shopping list.
Formula: Centimeter = Inch × 2.54
How to convert inches to centimeters
- Enter the value in inches in the converter.
- Read the equivalent amount in centimeters.
- Use the swap link if you need centimeter to inch instead.
- Check the table for common values without typing.
Worked examples
- 1 in = 2.54 cm
- 5 in = 12.7 cm
- 10 in = 25.4 cm
- 25 in = 63.5 cm
Conversion table
Common inches values converted to centimeters.
| in | cm |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 2 | 5.08 |
| 3 | 7.62 |
| 4 | 10.16 |
| 5 | 12.7 |
| 6 | 15.24 |
| 7 | 17.78 |
| 8 | 20.32 |
| 9 | 22.86 |
| 10 | 25.4 |
| 20 | 50.8 |
| 50 | 127 |
| 100 | 254 |
| 250 | 635 |
| 500 | 1,270 |
| 1,000 | 2,540 |
About this conversion
Inch (in) and Centimeter (cm) are both length units. Length conversion is one of the most searched measurement tasks online. Bookmark this URL when you convert inches to centimeters often, then explore related pairs in the same category if you need a different target unit.
Need the other direction? Open the centimeter to inch converter.
FAQ
How many centimeters are in 1 inch?+
1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters.
What is the formula to convert inches to centimeters?+
Centimeter = Inch × 2.54
How do I convert inches to centimeters by hand?+
Multiply the inch value by 2.54. Example: 10 inches × 2.54 = 25.4 centimeters.
Is this in to cm converter accurate?+
Yes. Linear conversions use internationally agreed factors relative to SI. Temperature and inverse fuel units use the standard offset or reciprocal formulas, not a guessed scale factor.