Length Converter

Convert between different length and distance units with precision. Supports metric, imperial, scientific, and traditional measurement systems.

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Precision: 4Format: Decimal
Round (decimal places):
Number format:
3.2808

1 m = 3.2808 ft

⚡Quick Conversions

📏Unit Systems

Metric System
Based on meter (m). Includes km, cm, mm, etc.
Imperial System
Based on foot (ft). Includes inch, yard, mile, etc.
Scientific
Astronomical units, light years, angstroms, etc.
Nautical
Nautical miles, cables, etc.

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📊Conversion Table

Convert 1 m to:

Metric System

Kilometer (km)
0.001
Centimeter (cm)
100
Millimeter (mm)
1,000
Micrometer (μm)
1.0000e+6
Nanometer (nm)
1.0000e+9
Picometer (pm)
1.0000e+12
Decimeter (dm)
10

Imperial System

Mile (mi)
0.0006
Foot (ft)
3.2808
Inch (in)
39.37
Yard (yd)
1.0936
Thou (mil) (thou)
39,370
Fathom (ftm)
0.5468
Furlong (fur)
0.005
Chain (ch)
0.0497
Rod (rod)
0.1988

Scientific

Light Year (ly)
1.0570e-16
Astronomical Unit (AU)
6.6846e-12
Angstrom (Å)
1.0000e+10
Parsec (pc)
3.2408e-17
Planck Length (lₚ)
6.1871e+34
METRIC SYSTEM(7 units)
Kilometer (km)
0.001
Centimeter (cm)
100
Millimeter (mm)
1,000
Micrometer (μm)
1.0000e+6
Nanometer (nm)
1.0000e+9
Picometer (pm)
1.0000e+12
Decimeter (dm)
10
IMPERIAL SYSTEM(9 units)
Mile (mi)
0.0006
Foot (ft)
3.2808
Inch (in)
39.37
Yard (yd)
1.0936
Thou (mil) (thou)
39,370
Fathom (ftm)
0.5468
Furlong (fur)
0.005
Chain (ch)
0.0497
Rod (rod)
0.1988
SCIENTIFIC(5 units)
Light Year (ly)
1.0570e-16
Astronomical Unit (AU)
6.6846e-12
Angstrom (Å)
1.0000e+10
Parsec (pc)
3.2408e-17
Planck Length (lₚ)
6.1871e+34

What is a Length Converter?

The Length Converter is a practical online tool designed to help you quickly and accurately convert between different units of length. Whether you need to switch between metric and imperial systems, or simply want to understand measurements in various formats, this tool makes it easy.

Our converter supports a wide range of units, including meters, centimeters, millimeters, kilometers, inches, feet, yards, and miles. It is ideal for students, engineers, travelers, and anyone who needs reliable length conversions for work, study, or everyday life.

Key Features:

  • Wide Unit Support: Convert between metric and imperial units (meters, centimeters, millimeters, kilometers, inches, feet, yards, miles)
  • Instant Results: Get conversion results instantly as you type
  • Precision Control: Choose the number of decimal places for your results
  • Responsive Design: Works seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
  • Privacy Friendly: No data is stored or sent to servers—your conversions are private

Perfect For: Students, teachers, engineers, DIY enthusiasts, travelers, and anyone needing quick and accurate length conversions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert meters to feet?

To convert meters to feet, multiply by 3.28084. For example, 5 meters = 5 × 3.28084 = 16.4042 feet. Our converter handles this calculation instantly.

What's the difference between a meter and a yard?

A meter (1.0936 yards) is slightly longer than a yard (0.9144 meters). Meters are part of the metric system used worldwide, while yards are primarily used in the US and UK.

How many centimeters are in an inch?

One inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters. This is a fixed conversion defined internationally. To convert inches to cm, multiply by 2.54; to convert cm to inches, divide by 2.54.

Why are there different measurement systems?

Most countries use the metric system (meters, centimeters), which is decimal-based and easier for calculations. The imperial system (feet, inches, miles) is primarily used in the USA and was inherited from British imperial units.

How accurate is the length converter?

Our converter uses internationally standardized conversion factors (NIST, ISO) and provides precision up to 15 decimal places. The accuracy is suitable for professional, scientific, and everyday applications.