Convert yards to kilometers
Converting yards to kilometers is a common length task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 yd equals 0.0009144 km, 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 yards to kilometers
To convert yards to kilometers, multiply the number of yards by 0.0009144. For example, 10 yd × 0.0009144 = 0.009144 km.
km = yd × 0.0009144
- Write down the value in yards you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.0009144 (the exact yd→km factor).
- The result is your value in kilometers. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of yards and their equivalents in kilometers:
| yd | km |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0009144 |
| 2 | 0.0018288 |
| 3 | 0.0027432 |
| 4 | 0.0036576 |
| 5 | 0.004572 |
| 10 | 0.009144 |
| 20 | 0.018288 |
| 25 | 0.02286 |
| 50 | 0.04572 |
| 100 | 0.09144 |
| 250 | 0.2286 |
| 500 | 0.4572 |
About these units
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.
Kilometer (km). A kilometer equals 1,000 meters and is the standard metric unit for road distances and geography. One kilometer is about 0.62 miles or a 12-minute walk.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert yards to kilometers?
To convert yards to kilometers, multiply the number of yards by 0.0009144. For example, 10 yd × 0.0009144 = 0.009144 km. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many kilometers are in 1 yard?
1 yd = 0.0009144 km. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many yards are in 1 kilometer?
1 km = 1,093.61 yd. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Kilometer to Yard converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the yards to kilometers conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.0009144 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is yard used for?
A yard equals exactly 0.9144 meters, or 3 feet. It is used in American football, golf, fabric sales and cricket pitch measurements.