Kilometers to centimeters
Convert kilometers (km) to centimeters (cm) instantly. 1 kilometer = 100000 centimeters.
Quick answer: 1 kilometer equals 100000 cm. To convert kilometers to centimeters, multiply the value by 100000.
Good to know
- 1 inch is exactly 2.54 centimetres, and 1 mile is about 1.609 kilometres.
- To estimate miles to kilometres, add half and then a tenth of the miles. 50 miles is about 80 km.
Quick reference
| km | cm |
|---|---|
| 1 | 100000 |
| 2 | 200000 |
| 5 | 500000 |
| 10 | 1000000 |
| 25 | 2500000 |
| 50 | 5000000 |
| 100 | 10000000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in 1 kilometer?
There are 100000 centimeters in 1 kilometer.
How do I convert kilometers to centimeters?
Multiply the number of kilometers by 100000.
How do I convert centimeters back to kilometers?
Divide by 100000, or multiply by 0.00001.
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