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Length Converter

Convert between meters, feet, inches, miles, kilometers, yards, and other length units instantly.

Length conversion between meters, feet, inches, miles, kilometers, yards, and centimeters is essential for international travel, construction, fitness tracking, and science. One meter equals 3.28084 feet; one mile equals 1.60934 kilometers.

Our length converter updates results instantly as you type. Switch input and output units independently — perfect for converting a room dimension from feet to meters or a 5K race distance to miles.

Construction plans may mix imperial and metric on the same drawing. Run quick conversions at the job site without flipping through reference charts.

Free, precise standard conversion factors, no sign-up required.

Formula

1 m = 3.28084 ft · 1 mi = 1.60934 km · 1 in = 2.54 cm (exact)

Common Uses

  • ✓Room dimensions for furniture and flooring
  • ✓Running and cycling distance conversions
  • ✓International shipping and product specs
  • ✓Science lab unit homework
  • ✓Travel speed limit and signage conversions

How to Use the Length Converter

  1. 1

    Select input unit

    Choose the unit you are converting from (e.g., meters, feet, inches).

  2. 2

    Enter the value

    Type the number you want to convert.

  3. 3

    Select output unit

    Pick the target unit — results update instantly.

  4. 4

    Copy the result

    Use the result in your project, recipe, or homework.

💡 Tips & Tricks

  • •Memorize: 1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly (by international definition).
  • •For quick mental math: 1 m ≈ 3.3 ft and 1 km ≈ 0.6 mi.
  • •Double-check unit labels — "ft" vs "in" errors are common in construction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many feet are in a meter?
One meter equals 3.28084 feet. To convert meters to feet, multiply by 3.28084. One foot equals 0.3048 meters.
How do I convert inches to centimeters?
Multiply inches by 2.54 to get centimeters. For example, 10 inches = 25.4 cm. To convert cm to inches, divide by 2.54.
How many miles are in a kilometer?
One mile equals 1.60934 kilometers. One kilometer equals 0.621371 miles. Useful for road signs and running distances.
What is the difference between US survey feet and international feet?
For everyday use they are identical (both 0.3048 m). Survey feet differ by about 2 ppm — only relevant for land surveying, not home or travel conversions.

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