1 cm to inches

Updated July 2026

1 cm equals 0.393701 in

1 centimeter = 0.393701 in. That is how many inches there are in 1 centimeter. Enter any value in the free length converter to convert centimeters to inches (and every other unit) instantly — it runs privately in your browser.

Formula: Multiply by 0.393701 — 1 centimeter = 0.393701 inches. So 1 × 0.393701 = 0.393701 in.

cm to inches conversion table

centimeter (cm)inches (in)
0.25 cm0.098425 in
0.5 cm0.19685 in
0.75 cm0.295276 in
1 cm0.393701 in
1.25 cm0.492126 in
1.5 cm0.590551 in
1.75 cm0.688976 in

Frequently asked questions

How many inches is 1 centimeter?
1 centimeter is 0.393701 inches. Multiply cm by 0.393701 to get inches.
What is 1 cm to inches?
1 centimeter = 0.393701 in.
How do you convert cm to inches?
Multiply by 0.393701 — 1 centimeter = 0.393701 inches. So 1 × 0.393701 = 0.393701 in.

Other cm to inches conversions

Convert 1 cm to other units