Inches to Metres Converter
Convert inch to metre instantly. Type a value below — the result updates as you type.
When you need to convert inch to metre
Length conversions come up constantly in DIY, travel and online shopping — sizing furniture, reading a height in a different system, or checking a screen or fabric measurement listed in unfamiliar units.
Typical values: 0.5 in is about 0.0127 m, and 100 in works out to roughly 2.54 m. Because the ratio is fixed at 0.0254, you can scale any amount linearly — doubling the inches doubles the metres.
Metric and imperial length units coexist worldwide, so the same object is often quoted two ways depending on the country.
How to convert inch to metre
One inch equals 0.0254 metres. To convert, multiply the number of inches by 0.0254:
metres = inches × 0.0254
For example, 10 inches × 0.0254 = 0.254 metres.
Inches to metres conversion table
| Length (in) | Metres (m) |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 0.0254 m |
| 2 in | 0.0508 m |
| 3 in | 0.0762 m |
| 5 in | 0.127 m |
| 10 in | 0.254 m |
| 20 in | 0.508 m |
| 50 in | 1.27 m |
| 100 in | 2.54 m |
FAQ
How many metres are in a inch?
One inch = 0.0254 metres.
How do I convert metres back to inches?
Divide by 0.0254, or use the metres to inches converter.