Meters to Centimeters Converter
Convert meters to centimeters instantly. 1 m = 100 cm. Free two-way converter with the formula and a quick reference table.
How to convert meters to centimeters
centimeters = meters × 100
One meter equals 100 centimeters, so to convert meters to centimeters you multiply by 100. Going the other way, one centimeter is 0.01 meters. Both units measure length, so the conversion is an exact ratio that never changes.
10 meters = 1,000 centimeters. Multiply your meter figure by the factor above (or just type it into the box) to convert any amount.
Need the other direction? centimeters to meters
meters to centimeters table
| meters (m) | centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 3 | 300 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1,000 |
| 20 | 2,000 |
| 25 | 2,500 |
| 50 | 5,000 |
| 100 | 10,000 |
| 250 | 25,000 |
| 500 | 50,000 |
| 1,000 | 100,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in a meter?
One meter equals 100 centimeters. So to convert, multiply the number of meters by 100.
How do I convert meters to centimeters?
Multiply by 100, or simply enter the value in the converter above — it does the math instantly and works both ways.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes — both units measure the same quantity, so the ratio is fixed and this uses the standard internationally-agreed factor.