Convert Feet to Yards
Feet to yards is a common imperial-to-imperial swap for things like fabric, flooring, and field measurements. One foot is approximately 0.333333 yards, or a third of a yard.
Feet to Yards conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Yards (yd) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.333333 |
| 2 | 0.666667 |
| 3 | 1 |
| 5 | 1.666667 |
| 10 | 3.333333 |
| 20 | 6.666667 |
| 50 | 16.666667 |
| 100 | 33.333333 |
| 500 | 166.666667 |
| 1,000 | 333.333333 |
The formula
To convert feet to yards, multiply the length in feet by approximately 0.333333:
yards ≈ feet × 0.333333
A worked example
Convert 100 feet to yards:
100 × 0.333333 ≈ 33.333333 yd
For a smaller amount, 5 feet is about 1.666667 yd.
Why it's approximate
There are exactly 3 feet in a yard, but flipping that to "yards per foot" gives you 1/3, which repeats forever as a decimal (0.333...). The factor shown is rounded for practical use.
When you'll use it
Converting fabric and carpet yardage, sports field distances (like American football, measured in yards), or any measurement given in feet that a store or spec sheet wants in yards instead.
Frequently asked questions
How many yards are in a foot?
Approximately 0.333333 yards — one third of a yard, rounded because a third doesn't end in a clean decimal.
How many yards is 10 feet?
10 × 0.333333 ≈ 3.333333 yd.
Is there an easier way to think about feet to yards?
Yes — just divide the number of feet by 3, since there are exactly 3 feet in a yard. It's the same math, just easier to do in your head.