Convert Yard to Inch
Convert yards to inches by entering a value below.
How to Convert Yards to Inches
The yard and inch are both units of length. By definition, 1 yard equals exactly 36 inches. This means to convert yards to inches, you multiply by 36.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 yd to inches:
We need to convert yards to inches
Since 1 yd = 36 in, multiply by 36
5 × 36 = 180
5 yd = 180 in
Yard to Inch Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common yard to inch conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Yards (yd) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 yd | 36 in |
| 2 yd | 72 in |
| 5 yd | 180 in |
| 10 yd | 360 in |
| 15 yd | 540 in |
| 20 yd | 720 in |
| 25 yd | 900 in |
| 50 yd | 1800 in |
| 100 yd | 3600 in |
About These Units
Yard (yd)
A yard (yd) is an imperial unit equal to 3 feet, 36 inches, or 0.9144 meters. Yards are used in the United States for measuring fabric, football fields (100 yards), golf courses, and home improvement projects. One meter equals approximately 1.094 yards.
Inch (in)
An inch (in or ") is an imperial unit equal to 1/12 foot or exactly 2.54 centimeters. Inches measure screen sizes (TVs, monitors, phones), paper dimensions, rainfall, and small objects in the US, UK, and Canada. There are 25.4 millimeters in one inch.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert yards to inches?
To convert yards to inches, multiply the value by 36. For example, 10 yd = 360 in.
How many inches are in 1 yard?
1 yard equals 36 inches.
What is the formula for yards to inches?
The formula is: in = yd × 36.