Inches to Centimeters

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1 in = — cm

Quick reference

Inches (in)Centimeters (cm)

Formula

centimeters = inches × 2.54

Multiply the inches value by 2.54 to get centimeters. To reverse — divide centimeters by 2.54 to get inches.

About this conversion

The inch (in) is an imperial unit equal to exactly 2.54 centimeters. Learn more →

The centimeter (cm) is a metric unit equal to one hundredth of a meter. Learn more →

Source: NIST International Reference