Feet to centimeters
centimeters = feet × 30.48
Reverse: centimeters to feet
How to convert feet to centimeters
One foot is 30.48 centimeters, so multiply the number of feet by 30.48. For example, 20 feet is 20 × 30.48 = 609.6 centimeters. To go back, divide by the same number, or multiply by 0.0328084.
Quick estimate
Multiplying by about 30 gets within 1.6% of the exact answer, which is enough to check that a result makes sense.
Where it comes up
Length conversions come up in DIY and building plans, running and cycling distances, maps, clothing sizes and travel between countries that use metric and imperial units.
| feet | centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm |
| 4 ft | 121.92 cm |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm |
| 7 ft | 213.36 cm |
| 8 ft | 243.84 cm |
| 9 ft | 274.32 cm |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm |
| 11 ft | 335.28 cm |
| 12 ft | 365.76 cm |
| 13 ft | 396.24 cm |
| 14 ft | 426.72 cm |
| 15 ft | 457.2 cm |
| 16 ft | 487.68 cm |
| 17 ft | 518.16 cm |
| 18 ft | 548.64 cm |
| 19 ft | 579.12 cm |
| 20 ft | 609.6 cm |
| 25 ft | 762 cm |
| 30 ft | 914.4 cm |
| 40 ft | 1,219.2 cm |
| 50 ft | 1,524 cm |
| 60 ft | 1,828.8 cm |
| 70 ft | 2,133.6 cm |
| 75 ft | 2,286 cm |
| 80 ft | 2,438.4 cm |
| 90 ft | 2,743.2 cm |
| 100 ft | 3,048 cm |
| 120 ft | 3,657.6 cm |
| 150 ft | 4,572 cm |
| 200 ft | 6,096 cm |
| 250 ft | 7,620 cm |
| 300 ft | 9,144 cm |
| 400 ft | 12,192 cm |
| 500 ft | 15,240 cm |
| 750 ft | 22,860 cm |
| 1,000 ft | 30,480 cm |
| 1,500 ft | 45,720 cm |
| 2,000 ft | 60,960 cm |
| 5,000 ft | 152,400 cm |
| 10,000 ft | 304,800 cm |
Questions
How many centimeters are in a foot?
30.48 centimeters.
How do I convert feet to centimeters in a spreadsheet?
Put the value in A1 and type =A1*30.48, then fill the formula down the column.
Are the values in the table exact?
They are calculated from the exact definitions of the units and rounded only for display. Open any row for the full working.