Convert Yards to inches
1 yard = 36 inches · in = yd × 36
When you need this conversion
This conversion goes from yards, used for fabric, landscaping, and American football distances, to inches, the US customary unit for screens, hardware, and short measurements. Both measure the same physical quantity, so the conversion is exact — the difference is which unit your source, tool, or region happens to use.
Yards to inches conversion table
| Yards (yd) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1,800 in |
| 75 yd | 2,700 in |
| 100 yd | 3,600 in |
| 250 yd | 9,000 in |
| 500 yd | 18,000 in |
| 1,000 yd | 36,000 in |
The formula
in = yd × 36Because both units measure length, the conversion is a single multiplication by a fixed factor. That factor never changes, so the result is exact.
Convert the other way
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Frequently asked questions
- How many inches are in a yard?
- There are 36 inches in 1 yard. The formula is in = yd × 36.
- How do you convert yards to inches?
- Use the formula in = yd × 36. For example, 10 yards equals 360 inches.
- Is the yards to inches conversion exact?
- Yes. Yards and inches are both units of length, related by an exact defined factor. Displayed results are rounded for readability.
- What is yd short for?
- yd is the standard symbol for yard. in is the symbol for inch.