Length Converter

How to Use the Length Converter

Enter the value you want to convert, choose the unit you are converting from, and then select the unit you want to convert to. The result is calculated automatically.

You can also use the swap button to quickly reverse the conversion direction.

Length Conversion Units

This length converter supports several commonly used metric and imperial units:

• Meter (m)
• Kilometer (km)
• Centimeter (cm)
• Millimeter (mm)
• Mile (mi)
• Yard (yd)
• Foot (ft)
• Inch (in)

Common Length Conversions

Knowing a few common conversion relationships can make it easier to understand measurements in different systems.

• 1 kilometer = 1,000 meters
• 1 meter = 100 centimeters
• 1 centimeter = 10 millimeters
• 1 mile = 5,280 feet
• 1 yard = 3 feet
• 1 foot = 12 inches

Metric vs. Imperial Length Units

The metric system uses units such as meters, kilometers, centimeters, and millimeters. These units are related using powers of 10, which makes conversions within the metric system relatively straightforward.

The imperial and U.S. customary systems commonly use miles, yards, feet, and inches. These units use different conversion relationships than the metric system.

Length Converter Examples

Here are some examples of common length conversions:

• 1 meter = 3.28084 feet
• 1 meter = 39.37008 inches
• 1 kilometer = 0.621371 miles
• 1 mile = 1.609344 kilometers
• 1 foot = 0.3048 meters
• 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters

When to Use a Length Converter

A length converter can be useful when working with measurements from different countries or measurement systems. It can help with travel, construction, home improvement, education, engineering, fitness, and everyday measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions