Convert Yards to inches

1 yard = 36 inches · in = yd × 36

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Inches
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1 yard = 36 inches

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

Conversion table from yards to inches
Yards (yd)Inches (in)
1 yd36 in
2 yd72 in
3 yd108 in
5 yd180 in
10 yd360 in
15 yd540 in
20 yd720 in
25 yd900 in
50 yd1,800 in
75 yd2,700 in
100 yd3,600 in
250 yd9,000 in
500 yd18,000 in
1,000 yd36,000 in

The formula

in = yd × 36

Because both units measure length, the conversion is a single multiplication by a fixed factor. That factor never changes, so the result is exact.

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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.