Metres to Feet and Inches Converter
Type a value in metres to see it in feet and inches. It works both ways: type in the feet and inches box to convert back.
Formula
To convert metres to feet and inches, divide by 0.3048 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches.
Metres to feet and inches table
| Metres | Feet and inches |
|---|---|
| 1.4 m | 4 ft 7.12 in |
| 1.5 m | 4 ft 11.06 in |
| 1.55 m | 5 ft 1.02 in |
| 1.6 m | 5 ft 2.99 in |
| 1.65 m | 5 ft 4.96 in |
| 1.7 m | 5 ft 6.93 in |
| 1.75 m | 5 ft 8.9 in |
| 1.8 m | 5 ft 10.87 in |
| 1.85 m | 6 ft 0.83 in |
| 1.9 m | 6 ft 2.8 in |
| 2 m | 6 ft 6.74 in |
Worked examples
1.5 m in feet and inches
1.5 m
4 ft 11.06 in
Worked out with the rule above: divide by 0.3048 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches.
1.7 m in feet and inches
1.7 m
5 ft 6.93 in
Worked out with the rule above: divide by 0.3048 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches.
1.9 m in feet and inches
1.9 m
6 ft 2.8 in
Worked out with the rule above: divide by 0.3048 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches.
About Metres to Feet and Inches Converter
This converter turns metres into feet and inches as you type, and works the other way too: type in the feet and inches box to convert back. To convert metres to feet and inches, divide by 0.3048 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches. For example, 1.5 m is 4 ft 11.06 in, and 1.7 m is 5 ft 6.93 in.
The UK uses metric units for most measurements, but road signs are in miles and yards, and many people still think of height in feet and inches, so length conversions come up every day. Both units have exact definitions, so the converter gives an exact result, rounded only for display. Use the table below for common values, or set the decimal places to round the answer for a form or a label.
How to use Metres to Feet and Inches Converter
- Type the amount in metres in the first box.
- Read the answer in feet and inches in the second box and in the result line below.
- To convert the other way, type in the feet and inches box instead, or use the swap button to open the feet and inches to metres page.
- Choose a number of decimal places if you need a rounded figure, then copy the result line.
Common uses
- Following plans, patterns or instructions from abroad
- Converting a height or a distance for a form
- Helping with homework that mixes metric and imperial units
- Comparing running or cycling distances
Frequently asked questions
What is 1.7 m in feet and inches?
1.7 m is 5 ft 6.93 in. To work it out, divide by 0.3048 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches.
How do I convert metres to feet and inches?
To convert metres to feet and inches, divide by 0.3048 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches. For example, 1.9 m is 6 ft 2.8 in.
How do I convert feet and inches to metres?
Going the other way, multiply the feet by 0.3048 and the inches by 0.0254, then add the two results. The feet and inches to metres converter does this for you.
What is 1.8 m in feet and inches?
1.8 m is 5 ft 10.87 in.
Why does the UK still use miles?
Road distances and speed limits stayed in miles and yards when the UK moved to metric units for trade and science. The Weights and Measures Act allows miles, yards, feet and inches for road traffic signs, so you will meet both systems.