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Gravel Calculator

Gravel and crushed stone estimator for outdoor projects. Enter area dimensions and depth to get volume in yards or metres plus approximate weight for ordering.

Unit system

Path or driveway area

Length

Width

Gravel depth

2–3 in for paths, 4 in for driveways

Your estimate

Coverage area: 48 sq ft
Cubic yards: 0.44 yd³
Weight (approx.): 0.62 tons
Total volume: 12.0 cu ft

How this calculator works

Enter path or driveway length and width in feet or metres.
Set depth — 2–3 in (5–8 cm) for walkways, 4 in (10 cm) for driveways.
Results show cubic yards or cubic metres plus approximate tons.
Weight assumes 1.4 tons per cubic yard of compacted gravel. Round up for delivery.

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