How many feet are in 1 yard?

1 yd equals 3 ft. This is an exact conversion factor defined by NIST.

How do I convert yards to feet?

Multiply the value in yd by the conversion factor. For example, 10 yd = 30 ft. Use our calculator above for instant results.

Is the yards to feet conversion exact?

Yes, this conversion is mathematically exact based on the international definition of these units (NIST SP 811).

Can I convert yards to feet offline?

Yes! OmniConvert runs entirely in your browser — no internet connection needed after the page loads. Your data never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy.

What is the difference between yards and feet?

Yards (yd) and Feet (ft) are both units of length but belong to different measurement systems. 1 yd = 3 ft. Use the converter above to switch between them instantly.

Yards to Feet (yd → ft) — Free Online Converter

yd → ft Reference Table

yd	ft
0.001 yd	0.003 ft
0.002 yd	0.006 ft
0.003 yd	0.009 ft
0.004 yd	0.012 ft
0.005 yd	0.015 ft
0.006 yd	0.018 ft
0.007 yd	0.021 ft
0.008 yd	0.024 ft
0.009 yd	0.027 ft
0.01 yd	0.03 ft
0.02 yd	0.06 ft
0.03 yd	0.09 ft
0.04 yd	0.12 ft
0.05 yd	0.15 ft
0.06 yd	0.18 ft
0.07 yd	0.21 ft
0.08 yd	0.24 ft
0.09 yd	0.27 ft
0.1 yd	0.3 ft
0.2 yd	0.6 ft
0.3 yd	0.9 ft
0.4 yd	1.2 ft
0.5 yd	1.5 ft
0.6 yd	1.8 ft
0.7 yd	2.1 ft
0.8 yd	2.4 ft
0.9 yd	2.7 ft
1 yd	3 ft
1.5 yd	4.5 ft
2 yd	6 ft
2.5 yd	7.5 ft
3 yd	9 ft
3.5 yd	10.5 ft
4 yd	12 ft
4.5 yd	13.5 ft
5 yd	15 ft
5.5 yd	16.5 ft
6 yd	18 ft
6.5 yd	19.5 ft
7 yd	21 ft
7.5 yd	22.5 ft
8 yd	24 ft
8.5 yd	25.5 ft
9 yd	27 ft
9.5 yd	28.5 ft
10 yd	30 ft
11 yd	33 ft
12 yd	36 ft
13 yd	39 ft
14 yd	42 ft
15 yd	45 ft
16 yd	48 ft
17 yd	51 ft
18 yd	54 ft
19 yd	57 ft
20 yd	60 ft
25 yd	75 ft
30 yd	90 ft
35 yd	105 ft
40 yd	120 ft
45 yd	135 ft
50 yd	150 ft
55 yd	165 ft
60 yd	180 ft
65 yd	195 ft
70 yd	210 ft
75 yd	225 ft
80 yd	240 ft
85 yd	255 ft
90 yd	270 ft
95 yd	285 ft
100 yd	300 ft
120 yd	360 ft
125 yd	375 ft
130 yd	390 ft
140 yd	420 ft
150 yd	450 ft
160 yd	480 ft
175 yd	525 ft
180 yd	540 ft
200 yd	600 ft
225 yd	675 ft
250 yd	750 ft
275 yd	825 ft
300 yd	900 ft
350 yd	1050 ft
400 yd	1200 ft
450 yd	1350 ft
500 yd	1500 ft
600 yd	1800 ft
700 yd	2100 ft
750 yd	2250 ft
800 yd	2400 ft
900 yd	2700 ft
1000 yd	3000 ft
1200 yd	3600 ft
1250 yd	3750 ft
1500 yd	4500 ft
1750 yd	5250 ft
2000 yd	6000 ft
2500 yd	7500 ft
3000 yd	9000 ft
4000 yd	12000 ft
4500 yd	13500 ft
5000 yd	15000 ft
6000 yd	18000 ft
7000 yd	21000 ft
7500 yd	22500 ft
8000 yd	24000 ft
9000 yd	27000 ft
10000 yd	30000 ft
15000 yd	45000 ft
20000 yd	60000 ft
25000 yd	75000 ft
50000 yd	150000 ft
75000 yd	225000 ft
100000 yd	300000 ft

Values based on NIST SP 811 conversion factors

Why Convert Yards to Feet?

Converting between yards (yd) and feet (ft) is one of the most common length conversions. Whether for engineering, cooking, travel, or science, knowing how to quickly convert yd to ft saves time and prevents errors.

Length conversions between yd and ft are fundamental in construction, manufacturing, and international trade. Architects rely on precise conversions when adapting building plans between metric and imperial standards — a 1% error on a 30-meter wall translates to 30 cm of misalignment. Travelers frequently convert between kilometers and miles for road trips, while online shoppers need length conversions to verify clothing sizes, furniture dimensions, and screen diagonals across international retailers. In athletics, track distances (100m, 1500m, marathon) must be precisely converted for record comparisons across different measurement traditions.

How to Convert Yards to Feet

To convert yards to feet, use the following formula:

ft = yd × 3

Example: 1 yd = 3 ft

For example, 5 yd = 15 ft, 10 yd = 30 ft, and 100 yd = 300 ft. For larger values, 1000 yd = 3000 ft. Conversely, 1 ft = 0.3333333333 yd. Our calculator above performs this conversion instantly with full precision — no rounding errors.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Confusing similar units: confusing nautical miles with regular miles, or yards with meters.
Decimal errors: moving the decimal point the wrong way (e.g., 100 cm = 1 m, not 10 m).
Approximation: assuming an inch is exactly 2.5 cm (it's 2.54 cm).

Pro Tips

Use 'approx' for mental math: 1 km is roughly 0.6 miles (or 2/3 for quick estimates).
Visualize: A meter is about a guitar length; an inch is a thumb width.
Ruler check: Most rulers show cm and inches together—great for quick checks.

What is a Yard?

The yard (yd) is a unit of length in the Imperial and US customary systems, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches. Since 1959, it has been strictly defined as 0.9144 meters.

Yards are commonly used in the US and UK for measuring fabric length, sports field dimensions (like American football and cricket), and landscaping.

What is a Foot?

The foot (ft) is a unit of length in the Imperial and US customary systems. It is historically based on the human foot size. Since the International Yard and Pound Agreement of 1959, one foot has been exactly defined as 0.3048 meters.

Feet are primarily used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. Common applications include measuring height, building dimensions, real estate, and aviation altitude.

Yards → Feet

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