Leagues to Chains Converter

Conversion Updated 15 Jun 2026

This Leagues to Chains Converter lets you convert Leagues (league) into Chains (ch) in one step. Enter a value in leagues and you'll instantly see the equivalent in chains, worked out with the formula ch = league x 240. It's handy whenever you need a quick, precise leagues-to-chains conversion without doing the arithmetic by hand.

  • Conversion constants are fixed and do not vary by region.

Formula

ch = league x 240
  • To convert leagues to chains, multiply your value by the fixed factor 240 (so 1 league = 240 ch).
  • The factor comes from the internationally agreed definitions of each unit, so it never changes.
  • Displayed results are rounded for readability, but the full-precision value is used in the calculation.

Example

Inputs
  • Leagues (league): 1

Start with 1 league. Multiply by 240 to get 240 ch.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert leagues to chains?
Multiply the number of leagues by 240. For example, 1 league equals 240 ch.
Are these conversion factors accurate?
Yes. The calculator uses internationally accepted definitions for each unit, so the conversion factor is exact.
Why can tiny differences appear after conversion?
Very small differences are only a display effect from rounding the output. The underlying calculation keeps full precision.