Convert feet to yards
Converting feet to yards is a common length task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 ft equals 0.333333 yd, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert feet to yards
To convert feet to yards, multiply the number of feet by 0.333333. For example, 10 ft × 0.333333 = 3.33333 yd.
yd = ft × 0.333333
- Write down the value in feet you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.333333 (the exact ft→yd factor).
- The result is your value in yards. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of feet and their equivalents in yards:
| ft | yd |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.333333 |
| 2 | 0.666667 |
| 3 | 1 |
| 4 | 1.33333 |
| 5 | 1.66667 |
| 10 | 3.33333 |
| 20 | 6.66667 |
| 25 | 8.33333 |
| 50 | 16.6667 |
| 100 | 33.3333 |
| 250 | 83.3333 |
| 500 | 166.667 |
About these units
Foot (ft). A foot is an imperial unit defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, or 12 inches. It remains the common unit for human height, room dimensions and altitude in the US and UK.
Yard (yd). A yard equals exactly 0.9144 meters, or 3 feet. It is used in American football, golf, fabric sales and cricket pitch measurements.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert feet to yards?
To convert feet to yards, multiply the number of feet by 0.333333. For example, 10 ft × 0.333333 = 3.33333 yd. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many yards are in 1 foot?
1 ft = 0.333333 yd. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many feet are in 1 yard?
1 yd = 3 ft. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Yard to Foot converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the feet to yards conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.333333 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is foot used for?
A foot is an imperial unit defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, or 12 inches. It remains the common unit for human height, room dimensions and altitude in the US and UK.