Easily convert feet to yards in seconds — including inches!
Perfect for quick measurements in construction, landscaping, and fabric sizing.
Get both yards and inches instantly from any feet value.
Use our Feet to Yards Calculator to get accurate, real-time conversions — fast, reliable, and easy to use.
What is the formula for feet to yards?
The feet to yards formula is one of the simplest in length conversion — since both are imperial units.
To convert feet (ft) into yards (yd), simply divide the number of feet by 3:
📘 Formula: Yards = Feet ÷ 3
Example: 50 feet to yards
Using the formula:
50 ÷ 3 = 16.6667 yards
So, 50 feet equals approximately 16.67 yards.
This value can also be expressed as 600 inches, as the calculator shows automatically.
Feet to Yards Conversion Chart
Here’s a quick reference table showing how many yards are in common feet measurements.
You can also use it to estimate fractional values without needing a calculator.
| Feet (ft) | Yards (yd) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3333 yd |
| 2 ft | 0.6667 yd |
| 3 ft | 1 yd |
| 5 ft | 1.6667 yd |
| 6 ft | 2 yd |
| 7 ft | 2.3333 yd |
| 10 ft | 3.3333 yd |
| 12 ft | 4 yd |
| 15 ft | 5 yd |
| 20 ft | 6.6667 yd |
| 25 ft | 8.3333 yd |
| 30 ft | 10 yd |
| 50 ft | 16.6667 yd |
| 100 ft | 33.3333 yd |
💡 Tip: Every 3 feet = 1 yard. So to convert quickly, just divide the feet value by 3.
Feet to Yards to Meters Conversion
When converting from feet, it’s often useful to see the relationship between yards and meters — since both units are commonly used in the U.S. and internationally.
The formula combines both conversions to help you move easily between systems.
📘 Formulas:
Yards = Feet ÷ 3
Meters = Feet × 0.3048
For example, 6 feet equals 2 yards or 1.8288 meters.
This quick comparison helps visualize distance in both the imperial and metric systems.
| Feet (ft) | Yards (yd) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 ft | 1 yd | 0.9144 m |
| 6 ft | 2 yd | 1.8288 m |
| 9 ft | 3 yd | 2.7432 m |
| 12 ft | 4 yd | 3.6576 m |
| 15 ft | 5 yd | 4.572 m |
| 30 ft | 10 yd | 9.144 m |
| 50 ft | 16.67 yd | 15.24 m |
💡 Tip: For a quick estimate, remember that 1 yard ≈ 0.91 meters and 1 foot ≈ 0.3 meters.
FAQs — Feet to Yards Conversion
How many feet makes 1 yard?
One yard equals exactly 3 feet. This is a fixed conversion used across all U.S. customary and imperial systems.
Is a yard exactly 3 feet?
✅ Yes — a yard is defined as 3 feet (36 inches) by international agreement since 1959, making it a precise and consistent unit of length.
Does 12 feet equal 1 yard?
No — 12 feet equal 4 yards. You simply divide the number of feet by 3 to find yards.
What is the formula for feet to yards?
The standard formula is:
Yards = Feet ÷ 3.
For example, 9 feet ÷ 3 = 3 yards.
How many inches are in a yard?
A yard equals 36 inches. Since 1 foot = 12 inches and 1 yard = 3 feet, the math is simple: 3 × 12 = 36 inches.
How do you convert feet to yards manually?
Divide the number of feet by 3.
For instance, 15 feet ÷ 3 = 5 yards. To reverse the process, multiply yards by 3.
How many feet, yards, and inches are in 10 feet?
10 feet = 3.333 yards = 120 inches.
The calculator automatically provides these results for quick cross-unit comparison.
Conclusion & Conversion Resources
The Feet to Yards Calculator makes it easy to switch between the two most common imperial length units.
Whether you’re planning a yard of fabric, calculating sports field dimensions, or converting for construction,
this tool ensures fast, precise, and consistent results every time.
👉 Explore related converters:
• Feet to Meters Converter
• Yards to Feet Converter
• Square Feet to Square Yards Converter
🔗 For official definitions of feet, yards, and other U.S. measurement standards, visit the
U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
.