Gravel prices depend on the type of stone, your region, and the distance from the quarry, and many sellers quote by the ton instead of by the yard. This guide shows how to convert between the two and total up your order.
Price per yard or per ton?
Quarries often sell by the ton and landscape suppliers by the cubic yard. Since a yard of gravel weighs about 1.4 tons, multiply the per ton price by 1.4 to get a per yard price. A price of $30 per ton is about $42 per yard.
Always ask whether the quote includes delivery.
What changes the price
The type of stone matters. Pea gravel, crushed stone, road base, and decorative rock are priced differently. Washed or screened stone costs more than plain crushed rock. Delivery distance and truck size add to the bill.
Estimate your total
Calculate cubic yards, add 10 percent for compaction and waste, then multiply by the delivered price per yard. The table shows example totals at sample prices. They are not quotes.
A driveway at 12 by 50 feet and 4 inches deep needs about 7.4 cubic yards, or about 8.1 yards with 10 percent extra.
Ways to save
Order one larger delivery instead of several small ones. Pick up from the quarry if you have a suitable truck. Buy the plain product for the base layer and the nicer stone only for the top.
Example totals at sample prices (not quotes)
| Price per cubic yard | 1 cubic yards | 2 cubic yards | 5 cubic yards | 8 cubic yards | 10 cubic yards | 20 cubic yards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30 | $30 | $60 | $150 | $240 | $300 | $600 |
| $40 | $40 | $80 | $200 | $320 | $400 | $800 |
| $50 | $50 | $100 | $250 | $400 | $500 | $1,000 |
| $60 | $60 | $120 | $300 | $480 | $600 | $1,200 |
| $80 | $80 | $160 | $400 | $640 | $800 | $1,600 |
| $100 | $100 | $200 | $500 | $800 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much is a yard of gravel?
It varies by stone and region. Ask local suppliers for a delivered price.
How do I convert price per ton to price per yard?
Multiply by 1.4 for gravel.
Is delivery extra?
Often yes. Ask if the quote includes it.
How many yards for a driveway?
A 12 by 50 foot driveway at 4 inches needs about 7.4 cubic yards before extra.