How many tons of gravel in a cubic yard?

Crushed stone weighs about 1.4 tons per cubic yard, so multiply your cubic yards by 1.4 to get tons.

How deep should a gravel driveway be?

A new gravel driveway is usually 4–6 inches deep total; a top-up layer is 2–3 inches.

Gravel Driveway Calculator

Estimate the cubic yards and tons of gravel needed for a driveway or path, plus the material cost.

Length (ft)

Width (ft)

Depth (in)

You need

2.22 cu yd

Estimated material cost $140

Area

240 sq ft

Volume

60.0 cu ft

Weight

3.11 tons

How to use

Enter your dimensions above and BuildTally instantly estimates the gravel you need and the material cost. Prices are national-average defaults — your local supplier quote may differ.

Common questions

How many tons of gravel in a cubic yard?: Crushed stone weighs about 1.4 tons per cubic yard, so multiply your cubic yards by 1.4 to get tons.
How deep should a gravel driveway be?: A new gravel driveway is usually 4–6 inches deep total; a top-up layer is 2–3 inches.

Estimate only. Confirm quantities with your supplier before ordering.