How many inches are in 1 yard?

1 yd equals 36 in. This is an exact conversion factor defined by NIST.

How do I convert yards to inches?

Multiply the value in yd by the conversion factor. For example, 10 yd = 360 in. Use our calculator above for instant results.

Is the yards to inches conversion exact?

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

Can I convert yards to inches 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 inches?

Yards (yd) and Inches (in) are both units of length but belong to different measurement systems. 1 yd = 36 in. Use the converter above to switch between them instantly.

Yards to Inches (yd → in) — Free Online Converter

yd → in Reference Table

yd	in
0.001 yd	0.036 in
0.002 yd	0.072 in
0.003 yd	0.108 in
0.004 yd	0.144 in
0.005 yd	0.18 in
0.006 yd	0.216 in
0.007 yd	0.252 in
0.008 yd	0.288 in
0.009 yd	0.324 in
0.01 yd	0.36 in
0.02 yd	0.72 in
0.03 yd	1.08 in
0.04 yd	1.44 in
0.05 yd	1.8 in
0.06 yd	2.16 in
0.07 yd	2.52 in
0.08 yd	2.88 in
0.09 yd	3.24 in
0.1 yd	3.6 in
0.2 yd	7.2 in
0.3 yd	10.8 in
0.4 yd	14.4 in
0.5 yd	18 in
0.6 yd	21.6 in
0.7 yd	25.2 in
0.8 yd	28.8 in
0.9 yd	32.4 in
1 yd	36 in
1.5 yd	54 in
2 yd	72 in
2.5 yd	90 in
3 yd	108 in
3.5 yd	126 in
4 yd	144 in
4.5 yd	162 in
5 yd	180 in
5.5 yd	198 in
6 yd	216 in
6.5 yd	234 in
7 yd	252 in
7.5 yd	270 in
8 yd	288 in
8.5 yd	306 in
9 yd	324 in
9.5 yd	342 in
10 yd	360 in
11 yd	396 in
12 yd	432 in
13 yd	468 in
14 yd	504 in
15 yd	540 in
16 yd	576 in
17 yd	612 in
18 yd	648 in
19 yd	684 in
20 yd	720 in
25 yd	900 in
30 yd	1080 in
35 yd	1260 in
40 yd	1440 in
45 yd	1620 in
50 yd	1800 in
55 yd	1980 in
60 yd	2160 in
65 yd	2340 in
70 yd	2520 in
75 yd	2700 in
80 yd	2880 in
85 yd	3060 in
90 yd	3240 in
95 yd	3420 in
100 yd	3600 in
120 yd	4320 in
125 yd	4500 in
130 yd	4680 in
140 yd	5040 in
150 yd	5400 in
160 yd	5760 in
175 yd	6300 in
180 yd	6480 in
200 yd	7200 in
225 yd	8100 in
250 yd	9000 in
275 yd	9900 in
300 yd	10800 in
350 yd	12600 in
400 yd	14400 in
450 yd	16200 in
500 yd	18000 in
600 yd	21600 in
700 yd	25200 in
750 yd	27000 in
800 yd	28800 in
900 yd	32400 in
1000 yd	36000 in
1200 yd	43200 in
1250 yd	45000 in
1500 yd	54000 in
1750 yd	63000 in
2000 yd	72000 in
2500 yd	90000 in
3000 yd	108000 in
4000 yd	144000 in
4500 yd	162000 in
5000 yd	180000 in
6000 yd	216000 in
7000 yd	252000 in
7500 yd	270000 in
8000 yd	288000 in
9000 yd	324000 in
10000 yd	360000 in
15000 yd	540000 in
20000 yd	720000 in
25000 yd	900000 in
50000 yd	1800000 in
75000 yd	2700000 in
100000 yd	3600000 in

Values based on NIST SP 811 conversion factors

Why Convert Yards to Inches?

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

Length conversions between yd and in 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 Inches

To convert yards to inches, use the following formula:

in = yd × 36

Example: 1 yd = 36 in

For example, 5 yd = 180 in, 10 yd = 360 in, and 100 yd = 3600 in. For larger values, 1000 yd = 36000 in. Conversely, 1 in = 0.02777777778 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 Inch?

The inch (in) is a unit of length in the Imperial and US customary systems. Historically defined as the width of a thumb or three barleycorns, it is now exactly defined as 25.4 millimeters (0.0254 meters) since 1959.

Inches are widely used in the US, UK, and Canada for short lengths. Common uses include screen sizes (TVs, monitors), pipe diameters, and paper sizes.

Yards → Inches

Yards to Inches Formula