Length Converter

Free online length converter. Convert meters, feet, inches, centimeters, kilometers, miles, yards and more instantly.

Convert between all major length units instantly. Whether you're converting meters to feet for construction, inches to centimeters for body measurements, or miles to kilometers for travel distances, this tool handles it all accurately.

Common Length Conversions

  • 1 meter = 3.28084 feet — standard metric-to-imperial
  • 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters — exact by definition
  • 1 mile = 1.60934 kilometers — road distances
  • 1 foot = 12 inches = 30.48 cm
  • 1 nautical mile = 1.852 km — aviation & maritime

Metric vs Imperial

The metric system (mm, cm, m, km) is used in most countries and is based on powers of 10, making conversions straightforward. The imperial system (inches, feet, yards, miles) is still common in the United States and UK for everyday use. Knowing both systems is essential for international travel, recipes, and technical work.

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