Convert Rod to League
Convert rods to leagues by entering a value below.
How to Convert Rods to Leagues
The rod and league are both units of length. By definition, 1 league equals exactly 960 rods. This means to convert rods to leagues, you divide by 960.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 rd to leagues:
We need to convert rods to leagues
Since 1 lea = 960 rd, divide by 960
5 ÷ 960 = 0.0052083333
5 rd = 0.0052083333 lea
Rod to League Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common rod to league conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Rods (rd) | Leagues (lea) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 rd | 0.0001041667 lea |
| 0.5 rd | 0.0005208333 lea |
| 1 rd | 0.0010416667 lea |
| 2 rd | 0.0020833333 lea |
| 5 rd | 0.0052083333 lea |
| 10 rd | 0.0104166667 lea |
| 25 rd | 0.0260416667 lea |
| 50 rd | 0.0520833333 lea |
| 100 rd | 0.1041666667 lea |
About These Units
Rod (rd)
A rod (rd), also called perch or pole, is an imperial unit equal to 16.5 feet, 5.5 yards, or 5.0292 meters. Rods were historically used in land surveying and agriculture. Four rods equal one chain, 40 rods equal one furlong.
League (lea)
A league is a historical unit approximately equal to 3 miles or 4.8 kilometers. League definitions varied by country and era. Famous in "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" by Jules Verne. Land leagues, sea leagues, and postal leagues had different values.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert rods to leagues?
To convert rods to leagues, divide the value by 960. For example, 10 rd = 0.0104166667 lea.
How many leagues are in 1 rod?
1 rod equals 0.0010416667 leagues.
What is the formula for rods to leagues?
The formula is: lea = rd ÷ 960.