Metres to Feet Converter

Convert metres (m) to feet (ft) instantly. Enter a value in metres and this converter returns the equivalent in feet, using the exact factor of 3.2808399. One metre is 3.2808399 feet, and one foot is 0.3048 metres, so you can convert either way. The factor follows the standard definitions of the metre and the international inch, so it is consistent and reliable for school work, trade, engineering, travel and everyday measuring. The formula, a worked example and a quick-reference table are below.

1 m =3.2808399 ft

1 ft =0.3048 m

The formula

Multiply metres by 3.2808399 to get feet. In symbols, ft = m × 3.2808399. To go the other way, multiply feet by 0.3048 to get metres.

Worked example

Convert 10 metres to feet: 10 × 3.2808399 = 32.808399 feet.

Quick reference

Metres	Feet
1 m	3.2808399 ft
2 m	6.56167979 ft
5 m	16.4041995 ft
10 m	32.808399 ft
25 m	82.0209974 ft
50 m	164.041995 ft
100 m	328.08399 ft

Frequently asked questions

How many feet are in one metre?

One metre equals 3.2808399 feet. Multiply the number of metres by 3.2808399 to convert.

What is the formula to convert metres to feet?

Metres times 3.2808399 equals feet. To reverse it, multiply feet by 0.3048 to get metres.

Is the m to ft conversion exact?

The factor comes from the standard definitions of the metre and the international inch (0.0254 m exactly), so the underlying conversion is exact. Displayed results are rounded for readability.

Who this converter is for

This converter is for students, tradespeople, travellers and anyone who needs to change metres into feet quickly and accurately.

What this converter assumes

You enter a length in metres.
The factor used is 3.2808399 feet per metre.
Results are rounded for display.

Sources

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