Centimeter to Inch

Convert centimeter to inch with the exact factor, a quick reference table and three worked examples. Everything runs in your browser.

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FromCentimeter (cm)
ToInch (in)
0.393701in
in = cm × 0.393701

Conversion formula

in = cm × 0.393701

The conversion factor is 0.393701; multiply directly.

Common conversions

Centimeter (cm) Inch (in)
1 0.393701
2 0.787402
5 1.9685
10 3.937
20 7.874
50 19.685
100 39.3701

Worked examples

1

1 cm = 0.393701 in

2

10 cm = 3.937 in

3

100 cm = 39.3701 in

Frequently asked questions

How many inch are in one centimeter?
One centimeter equals 0.393701 inch. Use in = cm × 0.393701 for any value.
What is the conversion formula?
The formula is in = cm × 0.393701. Here cm is the input unit and in is the output unit.
Is the result rounded?
The calculation uses the standard factor 0.393701. Displayed values keep up to six significant digits.

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