Convert inches to meters
Converting inches to meters is a common length task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 in equals 0.0254 m, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert inches to meters
To convert inches to meters, multiply the number of inches by 0.0254. For example, 10 in × 0.0254 = 0.254 m.
m = in × 0.0254
- Write down the value in inches you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.0254 (the exact in→m factor).
- The result is your value in meters. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of inches and their equivalents in meters:
| in | m |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0254 |
| 2 | 0.0508 |
| 3 | 0.0762 |
| 4 | 0.1016 |
| 5 | 0.127 |
| 10 | 0.254 |
| 20 | 0.508 |
| 25 | 0.635 |
| 50 | 1.27 |
| 100 | 2.54 |
| 250 | 6.35 |
| 500 | 12.7 |
About these units
Inch (in). An inch is a unit of the imperial and US customary systems, legally defined as exactly 25.4 millimeters since 1959. It is used for screen sizes, tools and construction in the United States.
Meter (m). The meter is the SI base unit of length, defined since 1983 as the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second. It is the foundation of the metric system worldwide.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert inches to meters?
To convert inches to meters, multiply the number of inches by 0.0254. For example, 10 in × 0.0254 = 0.254 m. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many meters are in 1 inch?
1 in = 0.0254 m. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many inches are in 1 meter?
1 m = 39.3701 in. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Meter to Inch converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the inches to meters conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.0254 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is inch used for?
An inch is a unit of the imperial and US customary systems, legally defined as exactly 25.4 millimeters since 1959. It is used for screen sizes, tools and construction in the United States.