Instantly convert yards to feet — and see inches too!
The Yards to Feet Calculator provides quick, accurate conversions for construction, mapping, and everyday measurements.
Get both feet and inches automatically from any yard value.
How to Convert Yards to Feet (Formula & Example)
The Yards to Feet formula helps you quickly convert any measurement from yards into feet — and even inches — using a simple multiplication rule.
Since 1 yard equals exactly 3 feet, all you need to do is multiply the number of yards by 3 to get the feet value.
📘 Formula: Feet = Yards × 3
📏 Bonus: Inches = Yards × 36
💡 Tip: To reverse the conversion, divide the number of feet by 3 to get yards — for example, 87 ÷ 3 = 29 yards.
Common Yards to Feet Conversions
Here’s a quick reference table showing how many feet and inches are in some of the most common yard values.
These conversions are based on the formula Feet = Yards × 3 and Inches = Yards × 36.
| Yards | Feet | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 3 yards | 9 feet | 108 inches |
| 5 yards | 15 feet | 180 inches |
| 10 yards | 30 feet | 360 inches |
| 12 yards | 36 feet | 432 inches |
| 20 yards | 60 feet | 720 inches |
| 25 yards | 75 feet | 900 inches |
| 30 yards | 90 feet | 1,080 inches |
| 50 yards | 150 feet | 1,800 inches |
| 100 yards | 300 feet | 3,600 inches |
| 500 yards | 1,500 feet | 18,000 inches |
💡 Tip: You can use this table as a quick guide, or enter any custom value in the calculator above to get precise results in both feet and inches instantly.
Reverse Formula: Feet to Yards Conversion
To convert feet back to yards, simply divide the number of feet by 3.
This is because each yard contains exactly 3 feet, so reversing the formula is straightforward:
📘 Formula: Yards = Feet ÷ 3
Example: 87 feet ÷ 3 = 29 yards
💡 Tip: When you multiply by 3, you move from yards to feet — when you divide by 3, you move from feet back to yards.
Square Yards to Square Feet – Area Conversion
While yards and feet measure length, their squared forms — square yards (yd²) and square feet (ft²) — measure area.
This conversion is commonly used in real estate, flooring, and construction to compare room sizes or material coverage.
📘 Formula: Square Feet = Square Yards × 9
Example: 1 square yard = 9 square feet
Therefore, 20 sq yd = 180 sq ft.
💡 Tip: If you need to calculate area conversions, try our
Square Yards to Square Feet Calculator
for instant results.
FAQs – Common Yards to Feet Questions
1. Is 20 yards 60 feet?
Yes. Since 1 yard = 3 feet, multiplying 20 × 3 gives 60 feet.
2. Is a yard exactly 3 feet?
Yes, a yard is defined as exactly 3 feet or 36 inches — this standard is used in the U.S. Customary and Imperial systems.
3. Does 4 yards equal 12 feet?
Correct. Using the formula Feet = Yards × 3, we get 4 × 3 = 12 feet.
4. What is the formula to convert yards to feet?
The conversion formula is simple: Feet = Yards × 3.
To reverse the process, divide by 3: Yards = Feet ÷ 3.
5. How many inches are in a yard?
There are 36 inches in one yard because each foot equals 12 inches and a yard has 3 feet (12 × 3 = 36).
Conclusion & Helpful Links
Converting between yards and feet is simple once you know the rule — each yard equals three feet.
Our Yards to Feet Calculator makes these conversions instant, accurate, and visual — perfect for construction, fabric measurement, or landscaping.
💡 Try next: Use our
Feet to Yards Calculator
to reverse your conversions in seconds.
📘 Read more: Learn about the official yard and foot definitions at
NIST – National Institute of Standards and Technology
.