How Many Yards Are in a Ton of Gravel?
Part of Landscaping & Aggregate
Quick answer
About 0.71 cubic yards. Crushed gravel weighs roughly 1.4 tons per cubic yard, so 1 ÷ 1.4 = 0.71 yd³ per ton.
Gravel is sold both by the ton and by the cubic yard, so converting between them is common. Weight per yard varies with stone size and moisture, but 1.4 tons/yd³ is a solid average for crushed stone.
| Gravel | Approx. tons | Approx. cubic yards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cubic yard | 1.4 tons | 1 yd³ |
| 1 ton | 1 ton | 0.71 yd³ |
| 5 tons | 5 tons | 3.6 yd³ |