Feet to Yards
Convert ft to yd quickly with this free online calculator. The page explains the conversion rule, gives practical examples and provides a quick reference table.
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CONVERTED RESULT—
Decimal places
CONVERSION RULE
1 foot equals one third of a yard.
How to use the Feet to Yards
- Enter the number you want to convert.
- Confirm the source unit shown beside the input.
- Choose decimal precision if you need more or less detail.
- Read the converted result.
- Copy the result when you need to use it elsewhere.
How the conversion works
1 foot equals one third of a yard.
For a simple fixed-factor conversion, the calculator multiplies the entered value by the stated factor. Temperature scales and certain specialized tools use their specific mathematical relationship instead.
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Common ft to yd conversions
| ft | yd |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.333333 yd |
| 2 ft | 0.666667 yd |
| 5 ft | 1.666667 yd |
| 10 ft | 3.333333 yd |
| 20 ft | 6.666667 yd |
| 50 ft | 16.666667 yd |
Example
For example, entering 1 ft gives approximately 0.333333 yd using the rule above. Change the input to test your own value.
Frequently asked questions
The Feet to Yards converts a value from ft to yd using the conversion relationship described on this page.
Enter your value, review the source and destination units, choose the decimal precision and read or copy the result.
1 foot equals one third of a yard.
Use enough precision for your purpose. Everyday estimates usually need fewer decimal places; technical work may require more.
It can be a useful reference calculation, but safety-critical, regulated, contractual or specialized work should be verified against the applicable authoritative standard.
Accuracy note: This calculator is a practical reference. For regulated, safety-critical or specialized work, verify the result against the applicable standard.
Page reviewed: August 24, 2026.