Convert yards to inches
Converting yards to inches is a common length task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 yd equals 36 in, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert yards to inches
To convert yards to inches, multiply the number of yards by 36. For example, 10 yd × 36 = 360 in.
in = yd × 36
- Write down the value in yards you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 36 (the exact yd→in factor).
- The result is your value in inches. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of yards and their equivalents in inches:
| yd | in |
|---|---|
| 1 | 36 |
| 2 | 72 |
| 3 | 108 |
| 4 | 144 |
| 5 | 180 |
| 10 | 360 |
| 20 | 720 |
| 25 | 900 |
| 50 | 1,800 |
| 100 | 3,600 |
| 250 | 9,000 |
| 500 | 18,000 |
About these units
Yard (yd). A yard equals exactly 0.9144 meters, or 3 feet. It is used in American football, golf, fabric sales and cricket pitch measurements.
Inch (in). An inch is a unit of the imperial and US customary systems, legally defined as exactly 25.4 millimeters since 1959. It is used for screen sizes, tools and construction in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert yards to inches?
To convert yards to inches, multiply the number of yards by 36. For example, 10 yd × 36 = 360 in. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many inches are in 1 yard?
1 yd = 36 in. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many yards are in 1 inch?
1 in = 0.0277778 yd. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Inch to Yard converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the yards to inches conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 36 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is yard used for?
A yard equals exactly 0.9144 meters, or 3 feet. It is used in American football, golf, fabric sales and cricket pitch measurements.