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Inches to Meters Converter

Convert Inches to Meters instantly: 1 inch = 0.0254 meters. Free inches to meters converter with formula, chart and examples.

1 inch = 0.0254 meters

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Quick answer

To convert inches to meters, multiply the number of inches by 0.0254. For example, 12 inches = 0.3048 meters.

Last updated · Conversion factors follow the SI definitions in the BIPM SI Brochure and NIST SP 811.

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How to Convert Inches to Meters

The formula is meters = inches × 0.0254. 1 inch = 0.0254 meters. Type any value in the converter above for an instant answer, or use the chart below for the most common values.

This page is preset for inch to meter conversions, but you can switch either list to any of the 92 units in the Length Converter, or go the other way with the Meters to Inches converter.

Inches to Meters conversion chart

InchesMeters
0.1 in0.00254 m
0.25 in0.00635 m
0.5 in0.0127 m
1 in0.0254 m
2 in0.0508 m
3 in0.0762 m
4 in0.1016 m
5 in0.127 m
6 in0.1524 m
7 in0.1778 m
8 in0.2032 m
9 in0.2286 m
10 in0.254 m
11 in0.2794 m
12 in0.3048 m
13 in0.3302 m
14 in0.3556 m
15 in0.381 m
16 in0.4064 m
17 in0.4318 m
18 in0.4572 m
19 in0.4826 m
20 in0.508 m
25 in0.635 m
30 in0.762 m
36 in0.9144 m
39.37 in0.999998 m
40 in1.016 m
50 in1.27 m
60 in1.524 m
70 in1.778 m
72 in1.8288 m
75 in1.905 m
80 in2.032 m
90 in2.286 m
100 in2.54 m
150 in3.81 m
200 in5.08 m
250 in6.35 m
500 in12.7 m
1,000 in25.4 m

Common Inches to Meters conversions

  • 1 inch = 0.0254 meters
  • 12 in = 0.3048 m
  • 36 in = 0.9144 m
  • 39.37 in = 0.999998 m
  • 60 in = 1.524 m
  • 72 in = 1.8288 m

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How to Use the Inches to Meters Converter

  1. Type a value in the From box and choose its unit.
  2. Pick the unit you want in the To list — the result updates as you type.
  3. Use the swap button to reverse the conversion, or type in the To box to convert backwards.
  4. Check the All conversions table to see your value in every unit; click a row to make it the target.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many meters are in an inch?

There are 0.0254 meters in 1 inch. Going the other way, 1 meter = 39.37007874 inches.

How do I convert Inches to Meters?

Use the formula meters = inches × 0.0254. For example, 1 inch = 0.0254 meters. Or type the value in the converter above and the answer appears as you type.

What is the Inches to Meters formula?

meters = inches × 0.0254 — the conversion factor is exact, using the international definitions of both units.

What is 12 inches in meters?

12 inches = 0.3048 meters.

What is 36 inches in meters?

36 inches = 0.9144 meters.

What is 39.37 inches in meters?

39.37 inches = 0.999998 meters.

What is 60 inches in meters?

60 inches = 1.524 meters.

What is 72 inches in meters?

72 inches = 1.8288 meters.

How do I convert Meters back to Inches?

Use the swap button in the converter above, or open our Meters to Inches converter. inches = meters × 39.37007874.

Is this Inches to Meters converter accurate?

Yes. It uses exact unit definitions and double-precision maths, and you can show up to 15 significant digits. The table below is calculated with the same formula.

Can I convert Inches to other length units?

Yes — pick any unit in the From and To lists above, or open the full Length Converter, which handles 92 length units.

Is the Inches to Meters converter free?

Yes, it is free with no sign-up, and every conversion runs in your browser so nothing is sent to a server.