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Height in Inches Calculator

Convert a height in feet and inches into total inches, plus centimetres and metres. Perfect for forms that ask for height in inches.

Total height

70 inches

Centimetres
Metres
Feet (decimal)

How it works

Since a foot is 12 inches, converting a feet-and-inches height to total inches means multiplying the feet by 12 and adding the loose inches.

total inches = feet × 12 + inches
cm = total inches × 2.54

Worked example

5 ft 10 in is 5 × 12 + 10 = 70 inches, or 177.8 cm.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert my height to inches?

Feet × 12 + inches. 6 ft 2 in = 74 inches.

How many inches is 5 foot 10?

70 inches (177.8 cm).

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