In 1 inches there are 0.027778 yards. Meanwhile in 1 yards there are 36 inches. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure and how they are calculated. Or just use the Yards to Inches calculator above to convert any number.
* Values rounded to 6 decimal places for readability
To convert inches to yards, use the fact that 1 yard = 36 inches.
Examples
For fabric and quilting, this inches-to-yards conversion helps when you need the right yardage for long cuts, stripes, or borders.
There are 36 inches in 1 yard. This is the standard length in US customary units.
Divide the number of inches by 36.
Formula: yards = inches ÷ 36
1 inch = 1/36 yard, which is about 0.0277778 yards.
12 inches ÷ 36 = 1/3 yard, which is about 0.3333333 yards.
24 inches ÷ 36 = 2/3 yard, which is about 0.6666667 yards.
36 inches = 1 yard.
72 inches ÷ 36 = 2 yards.
100 inches ÷ 36 = 2.7777778 yards, which is 2 7/9 yards.
144 inches ÷ 36 = 4 yards.
Multiply the number of yards by 36.
Formula: inches = yards × 36
A yard is defined as 36 inches. So each group of 36 inches equals 1 yard. Dividing counts how many full yards fit into the inches.
Use simple chunks of 36 inches.
Put the inches over 36, then reduce if possible.
Example: 18 inches = 18/36 yard = 1/2 yard.
After dividing by 36, round to the place you need.
Yes, in US customary units the relationship is exact: 1 yard = 36 inches. Decimal results may look rounded, but the base conversion is fixed.
It helps when measuring fabric, flooring, fencing, or sports fields. Inches work well for small lengths, while yards are easier for longer runs.
Yes. Both use the same standard: 1 yard = 36 inches.
The Calculate Box tool to convert inches to yards uses the open source script Convert.js to convert units of measurement. To use this tool, simply type a inches value in the box and have it instantly converted to yards.