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

ft → yd Reference Table

ft	yd
0.001 ft	0.0003333333333 yd
0.002 ft	0.0006666666667 yd
0.003 ft	0.001 yd
0.004 ft	0.001333333333 yd
0.005 ft	0.001666666667 yd
0.006 ft	0.002 yd
0.007 ft	0.002333333333 yd
0.008 ft	0.002666666667 yd
0.009 ft	0.003 yd
0.01 ft	0.003333333333 yd
0.02 ft	0.006666666667 yd
0.03 ft	0.01 yd
0.04 ft	0.01333333333 yd
0.05 ft	0.01666666667 yd
0.06 ft	0.02 yd
0.07 ft	0.02333333333 yd
0.08 ft	0.02666666667 yd
0.09 ft	0.03 yd
0.1 ft	0.03333333333 yd
0.2 ft	0.06666666667 yd
0.3 ft	0.1 yd
0.4 ft	0.1333333333 yd
0.5 ft	0.1666666667 yd
0.6 ft	0.2 yd
0.7 ft	0.2333333333 yd
0.8 ft	0.2666666667 yd
0.9 ft	0.3 yd
1 ft	0.3333333333 yd
1.5 ft	0.5 yd
2 ft	0.6666666667 yd
2.5 ft	0.8333333333 yd
3 ft	1 yd
3.5 ft	1.166666667 yd
4 ft	1.333333333 yd
4.5 ft	1.5 yd
5 ft	1.666666667 yd
5.5 ft	1.833333333 yd
6 ft	2 yd
6.5 ft	2.166666667 yd
7 ft	2.333333333 yd
7.5 ft	2.5 yd
8 ft	2.666666667 yd
8.5 ft	2.833333333 yd
9 ft	3 yd
9.5 ft	3.166666667 yd
10 ft	3.333333333 yd
11 ft	3.666666667 yd
12 ft	4 yd
13 ft	4.333333333 yd
14 ft	4.666666667 yd
15 ft	5 yd
16 ft	5.333333333 yd
17 ft	5.666666667 yd
18 ft	6 yd
19 ft	6.333333333 yd
20 ft	6.666666667 yd
25 ft	8.333333333 yd
30 ft	10 yd
35 ft	11.66666667 yd
40 ft	13.33333333 yd
45 ft	15 yd
50 ft	16.66666667 yd
55 ft	18.33333333 yd
60 ft	20 yd
65 ft	21.66666667 yd
70 ft	23.33333333 yd
75 ft	25 yd
80 ft	26.66666667 yd
85 ft	28.33333333 yd
90 ft	30 yd
95 ft	31.66666667 yd
100 ft	33.33333333 yd
120 ft	40 yd
125 ft	41.66666667 yd
130 ft	43.33333333 yd
140 ft	46.66666667 yd
150 ft	50 yd
160 ft	53.33333333 yd
175 ft	58.33333333 yd
180 ft	60 yd
200 ft	66.66666667 yd
225 ft	75 yd
250 ft	83.33333333 yd
275 ft	91.66666667 yd
300 ft	100 yd
350 ft	116.6666667 yd
400 ft	133.3333333 yd
450 ft	150 yd
500 ft	166.6666667 yd
600 ft	200 yd
700 ft	233.3333333 yd
750 ft	250 yd
800 ft	266.6666667 yd
900 ft	300 yd
1000 ft	333.3333333 yd
1200 ft	400 yd
1250 ft	416.6666667 yd
1500 ft	500 yd
1750 ft	583.3333333 yd
2000 ft	666.6666667 yd
2500 ft	833.3333333 yd
3000 ft	1000 yd
4000 ft	1333.333333 yd
4500 ft	1500 yd
5000 ft	1666.666667 yd
6000 ft	2000 yd
7000 ft	2333.333333 yd
7500 ft	2500 yd
8000 ft	2666.666667 yd
9000 ft	3000 yd
10000 ft	3333.333333 yd
15000 ft	5000 yd
20000 ft	6666.666667 yd
25000 ft	8333.333333 yd
50000 ft	16666.66667 yd
75000 ft	25000 yd
100000 ft	33333.33333 yd

Values based on NIST SP 811 conversion factors

Why Convert Feet to Yards?

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

Length conversions between ft and yd 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 Feet to Yards

To convert feet to yards, use the following formula:

yd = ft × 0.3333333333

Example: 1 ft = 0.3333333333 yd

For example, 5 ft = 1.666666667 yd, 10 ft = 3.333333333 yd, and 100 ft = 33.33333333 yd. For larger values, 1000 ft = 333.3333333 yd. Conversely, 1 yd = 3 ft. 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 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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many yards are in 1 foot?

1 ft equals 0.3333333333 yd. This is an exact conversion factor defined by NIST.

How do I convert feet to yards?

Multiply the value in ft by the conversion factor. For example, 10 ft = 3.333333333 yd. Use our calculator above for instant results.

Is the feet to yards conversion exact?

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

Can I convert feet to yards 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 feet and yards?

Feet (ft) and Yards (yd) are both units of length but belong to different measurement systems. 1 ft = 0.3333333333 yd. Use the converter above to switch between them instantly.

Feet → Yards