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Yards to meters (yd to m)

1 yd = 0.9144 m. Enter any value below to convert yards to meters instantly, or use the length converter for every other unit.

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1 yd = 0.9144 m

m = yd × 0.9144
1 m = 1.093613298 yd

Convert length

Common length conversions

1 in2.54 cm
1 ft0.3048 m
1 yd0.9144 m
1 mi1.609344 km
1 nmi1.852 km
1 m3.280839895 ft
1 km0.6213711922 mi
1 cm0.3937007874 in

Yards to meters conversion table

Yards to meters
Yards (yd)Meters (m)
1 yd0.9144 m
2 yd1.8288 m
5 yd4.572 m
10 yd9.144 m
20 yd18.288 m
50 yd45.72 m
100 yd91.44 m

The formula

m = yd × 0.9144

1 yd = 3 ft = 0.9144 m (exact). 1 m = SI base unit. These are exact definitions, so the only rounding is in the displayed result (10 significant digits).

When you need it

Yards to meters is used for fabric, American football fields, golf distances and swimming pools (25 yd vs 25 m). A yard is exactly 0.9144 m, so a 100-yard field is a little over 91 meters.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert yards to meters?

Multiply the value in yards by 0.9144 (or divide by 1.093613298). For example, 10 yd = 9.144 m.

How many meters are in one yard?

1 yd = 0.9144 m.

Is a 25-yard pool shorter than a 25-meter pool?

Yes, by about 2.1 meters, which is why swim times in the two pool lengths are not directly comparable.

How many feet are in a yard?

Exactly 3 feet, or 36 inches.