ft/s to m/s Converter

1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s. Enter a value. The result updates immediately.

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3.048 m/s1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s
Quick answer 1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s ft/s to m/s uses this formula: m/s = ft/s x 0.3048

Accuracy and rounding

Best use

Useful for road speeds, cycling, running, marine speed, and travel planning. Round only after converting.

Accuracy

Speed units combine fixed distance definitions with the SI second, then display the result in distance per time.

Rounding

For travel and sports, one decimal is usually readable. Keep more precision when converting specs or logs.

How to convert ft/s to m/s

  1. Enter the value in ft/s.
  2. Select ft/s as the source unit.
  3. Select m/s as the target unit.
  4. Read or copy the result.

ft/s to m/s chart

ft/sm/s
1 ft/s0.3048 m/s
2 ft/s0.6096 m/s
5 ft/s1.524 m/s
10 ft/s3.048 m/s
25 ft/s7.62 m/s
50 ft/s15.24 m/s
100 ft/s30.48 m/s

Formula

m/s = ft/s x 0.3048

Example: 1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s.

Source

Speed units derived from exact length definitions and the SI second.

Reference definition · Conversion methodology

Common questions

How do I convert ft/s to m/s?

Enter the ft/s value in the converter, or multiply by the factor shown in the formula. 1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s.

What should I watch out for?

Keep units clear: km/h, mph, knots, and m/s all describe distance over time.

Where does this speed conversion come from?

Speed units derived from exact length definitions and the SI second. ConverterBase uses stable definitions and fixed conversion factors, not live or rounded market data.

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