How do I convert UK shoe size to centimeters?

Each UK shoe size corresponds to a specific foot length in centimeters that varies by gender. For example, UK men's size 9 equals approximately 27.0 cm, UK women's size 6 equals approximately 23.5 cm, and UK kids' size 10 equals approximately 17.5 cm. Use the chart above to look up any size.

Is foot length the same as shoe size in cm?

Shoe size in cm refers to the foot length the shoe is designed to fit, not the physical shoe length. The shoe itself is typically 1 to 1.5 cm longer than the foot measurement to allow for toe space.

Do UK men's and women's sizes convert to different cm lengths?

Yes. The same UK number maps to different foot lengths depending on gender. Women's shoes use a narrower last and a slightly different length scale than men's at the same UK size number.

What is UK men's size 9 in centimeters?

UK men's size 9 corresponds to a foot length of approximately 27.0 cm (270 mm).

Can I use this chart for UK children's shoes?

Yes. The Kids category covers UK sizes 1 through 13 (toddler and children). For older children whose sizes approach adult ranges, also check the men's or women's chart starting at UK 1.

How does UK sizing differ from EU sizing?

UK sizes run about 1.5 to 2 sizes lower than the EU equivalent. For example, UK men's 9 is approximately EU 43. The EU system is based on Paris Points (two-thirds of a centimeter), so EU 43 means a foot length of about 27.0 cm.

UK Shoe Size to CM Converter

Name: UK Shoe Size to CM Converter
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Author: Nham Vu

Select a gender category, enter a UK shoe size, and instantly see the foot length in centimeters with EU and US equivalents.

Convert UK Shoe Size to CM

Men's Size Chart

UK / CM / EU / US

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Summary

Select a gender category, enter a UK shoe size, and instantly see the foot length in centimeters with EU and US equivalents.

How it works

Select a gender category: Men, Women, or Kids.
Enter your UK shoe size in the input field.
The converter looks up the foot length in centimeters from the standard UK size chart.
The result shows the foot length in cm along with the EU and US size equivalents.
Browse the full size chart on the right to see all available sizes at once.

Use cases

Buying shoes from Asian brands that list foot length in cm rather than UK sizes.
Converting a UK size to cm when ordering custom or orthopaedic footwear.
Checking a child's foot length against a UK kids' shoe size chart.
Comparing UK sizes with EU or US equivalents when shopping internationally.
Verifying fit when a size chart only shows foot length ranges in millimeters.
Finding the right UK size after measuring your foot length in centimeters.

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Last updated: 2026-07-22 · Reviewed by Nham Vu