Length Converter — Meters, Feet, Inches, Kilometers

Convert any length or distance unit instantly. This converter handles metric (mm, cm, m, km), imperial (in, ft, yd, mi) and nautical miles with high precision.

Questions

How do I convert centimeters to inches?

Divide centimeters by 2.54. For example, 30 cm ÷ 2.54 = 11.81 inches. Our converter does this instantly.

Is a yard exactly 0.9144 meters?

Yes — by international agreement (1959), one yard equals exactly 0.9144 meters, which makes a foot exactly 0.3048 m.

What is a nautical mile used for?

Nautical miles (1,852 m) are used in maritime and aviation navigation because they correspond to one minute of arc on a meridian.