Gravel Calculator

For driveways, paths and drainage beds.

Cubic feet:

Cubic yards:

Approx tons:

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How to use this calculator

Enter the area length, width and depth, then press Calculate. Cubic feet, cubic yards and approximate tons are shown.

What the result means

Tons is what suppliers quote for bulk gravel. Ordering by cubic yards converted to tons gets the quantity right the first time.

Frequently asked questions

How many tons is a cubic yard of gravel?

About 1.4 tons for most gravel types.

Can I mix units?

No — convert everything to feet first. Mixing inches and feet is the most common ordering error.