Gravel calculator

Gravel Calculator

Estimate how much gravel you need by area and depth, then get cubic yards, tons, pounds, and optional cost in a result you can actually order from.

Start with a simple gravel estimate, then change density only if your supplier or quote calls for it.

Estimate gravel

Pick the area mode, enter your coverage dimensions, and let density turn the volume into order-ready weight.

Length

Overall gravel run length.Width

Overall gravel coverage width.Dimension unitUsed for length and width.Depth

Most gravel installs start from depth and area.Depth unitCommon installs often use inches.Density presetControls the tons and pounds outputs.

Main result

Estimated gravel

3.42 tons

Tons are usually the supplier-facing order unit, while cubic yards and pounds stay visible so you can cross-check the quote and the site math.

Cubic yards

2.44 yd³

Cubic feet

66 ft³

Pounds

6,844 lb

Area covered

240 ft²

Optional bag count

137

Shown when bag weight is entered.

Estimated cost

$185

Based on the cost-per-ton input.

Before you order

Using 1.4 tons per cubic yard. If a supplier gives you a different tons-per-yard figure, use that number because density is one of the biggest reasons gravel orders miss.

Questions people usually ask next

Still unsure what could change the number or what to check before you order?

Use these answers to clear up the usual sticking points, understand what the result means, and move to the next step with more confidence.

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