Yards to inches
One yd equals 36 in. Type any number and the answer appears as you type — the maths happens in your browser.
Result
The same value in every unit
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Common values
| yards | inches |
|---|---|
| 1 yd | 36 in |
| 2 yd | 72 in |
| 3 yd | 108 in |
| 5 yd | 180 in |
| 10 yd | 360 in |
| 15 yd | 540 in |
| 20 yd | 720 in |
| 25 yd | 900 in |
| 50 yd | 1800 in |
| 100 yd | 3600 in |
| 500 yd | 18000 in |
| 1000 yd | 36000 in |
How to use
- Enter the number of yards in the field.
- The result in inches updates on every keystroke.
- Use the table below for the values people look up most often.
Formula and reverse conversion
The formula
To convert by hand: in = yd × 36. Going back the other way, one in is 0.02777777778 yd.
Where the odd number comes from
The factor is not a round number because the imperial units are defined through the metric ones by international agreement: an inch is exactly 25.4 mm and a pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg. Everything else follows from those definitions.
in = yd × 36
Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in one yards?
One yd is 36 in.
How do I convert yards to inches?
Multiply by the factor: in = yd × 36.
Is the result exact?
The factors are the exact legal definitions, and up to ten significant digits are kept in the answer. Rounding happens only in the display.
How do I convert inches back to yards?
One in is 0.02777777778 yd — or open the reverse page linked below.