Convert yards to miles
Converting yards to miles 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 0.000568182 mi, 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 miles
To convert yards to miles, multiply the number of yards by 0.000568182. For example, 10 yd × 0.000568182 = 0.00568182 mi.
mi = yd × 0.000568182
- Write down the value in yards you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.000568182 (the exact yd→mi factor).
- The result is your value in miles. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of yards and their equivalents in miles:
| yd | mi |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000568182 |
| 2 | 0.00113636 |
| 3 | 0.00170455 |
| 4 | 0.00227273 |
| 5 | 0.00284091 |
| 10 | 0.00568182 |
| 20 | 0.0113636 |
| 25 | 0.0142045 |
| 50 | 0.0284091 |
| 100 | 0.0568182 |
| 250 | 0.142045 |
| 500 | 0.284091 |
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.
Mile (mi). The international mile is defined as exactly 1,609.344 meters, or 5,280 feet. It is the standard road distance unit in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert yards to miles?
To convert yards to miles, multiply the number of yards by 0.000568182. For example, 10 yd × 0.000568182 = 0.00568182 mi. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many miles are in 1 yard?
1 yd = 0.000568182 mi. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many yards are in 1 mile?
1 mi = 1,760 yd. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Mile to Yard converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the yards to miles conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.000568182 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.