Yards to Metres Converter

Type a value in yards to see it in metres. It works both ways: type in the metres box to convert back.

Formula

To convert yards to metres, divide by 1.093613298 (the same as multiplying by 0.9144).

1 yd = 0.9144 m and 1 m = 1.09361329834 yd.

Yards to metres table

Yards to metres
YardsMetres
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
200 yd182.88 m
440 yd402.336 m
880 yd804.672 m
1,760 yd1,609.344 m

Worked examples

2 yd in metres

2 yd

1.8288 m

2 × 0.9144 = 1.8288

50 yd in metres

50 yd

45.72 m

50 × 0.9144 = 45.72

880 yd in metres

880 yd

804.672 m

880 × 0.9144 = 804.672

About Yards to Metres Converter

This converter turns yards into metres as you type, and works the other way too: type in the metres box to convert back. To convert yards to metres, divide by 1.093613298 (the same as multiplying by 0.9144). For example, 2 yd is 1.8288 m, and 50 yd is 45.72 m.

The UK uses metric units for most measurements, but road signs are in miles and yards, and many people still think of height in feet and inches, so length conversions come up every day. Both units have exact definitions, so the converter gives an exact result, rounded only for display. Use the table below for common values, or set the decimal places to round the answer for a form or a label.

How to use Yards to Metres Converter

  1. Type the amount in yards in the first box.
  2. Read the answer in metres in the second box and in the result line below.
  3. To convert the other way, type in the metres box instead, or use the swap button to open the metres to yards page.
  4. Choose a number of decimal places if you need a rounded figure, then copy the result line.

Common uses

  • Following plans, patterns or instructions from abroad
  • Converting a height or a distance for a form
  • Helping with homework that mixes metric and imperial units
  • Comparing running or cycling distances

Frequently asked questions

How many metres are in one yard?

There are 0.9144 metres in one yard. This figure is exact, because both units have fixed definitions.

How do I convert yards to metres?

To convert yards to metres, divide by 1.093613298 (the same as multiplying by 0.9144). For example, 880 yd is 804.672 m.

How do I convert metres to yards?

Going the other way, multiply by 1.093613298. The metres to yards converter does this for you.

What is 200 yd in metres?

200 yd is 182.88 m.

Why does the UK still use miles?

Road distances and speed limits stayed in miles and yards when the UK moved to metric units for trade and science. The Weights and Measures Act allows miles, yards, feet and inches for road traffic signs, so you will meet both systems.