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Inches to Centimeters Converter

Convert inches to centimeters instantly. Enter any value and get the result. Includes a conversion table and the exact formula.

Quick answer: To convert inches to centimeters, multiply by 2.54. For example, 1 inches = 2.54 centimeters. Use the calculator below for any value.
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Common conversions
Inches Centimeters
Formula:

How to convert inches to centimeters

1

Enter your value

Type the number of inches you want to convert into the left box. The result in centimeters appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.

2

Use the swap button

Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — Centimeters to Inches. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.

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About Inches and Centimeters

inches and centimeters are both units of length. Use this converter to switch between them instantly.

💡 Did you know?

1 inch was officially redefined as exactly 25.4 mm in 1959 by international agreement. Before that, the UK inch and US inch differed by 2 millionths of a metre — invisible in everyday use, but enough to matter in aerospace tolerances.

📊 Common conversions at a glance
Inches Centimeters
1 2.54
2 5.08
3 7.62
4 10.16
5 12.7
6 15.24
Reviewed for 2026. Inches ↔ Centimeters conversion factor verified against published reference data. Built by a UK-based qualified primary teacher and FA Level 2 coach as part of 247QuickTools' free utility-tools project.