This tool converts volume from cubic feet (cu ft) to cubic yards (cu yd) and vice versa. Cubic feet and cubic yards are both used in the Imperial system for measuring volume, especially in construction, landscaping, and material estimation.

Cu ft to cu yd Calculator

Enter a value in cubic feet and press the button

Cubic Feet (cu ft)

Result in Cubic Yards (cu yd)

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How to Use the Calculator

  • Enter the volume value in cubic feet into the input field.
  • Adjust the number of decimal places you want (optional).
  • Press the “Convert” button to see the result in cubic yards.
  • The detailed calculation process will appear below the result.
  • You can copy the final result by pressing the “Copy Result” button.
  • Use the “Clear All” button to reset the input, output, and settings at any time.

Measurement Unit Definitions

Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards Converter - cu ft to cu yd

Cubic Foot (ft3)

One cubic foot (ft3) is a unit of volume that measures a cube with each side one foot (12 inches) long. It belongs to the Imperial and U.S. customary systems. 1 cubic foot equals exactly 0.037037 cubic yards (yd3). Commonly used for construction materials, soil, and bulk goods.

Cubic Yard (yd3)

One cubic yard (yd3) is a volume that measures a cube with each side one yard (3 feet) long. It is part of the Imperial and U.S. customary systems. 1 cubic yard equals exactly 27 cubic feet (ft3). Widely used for measuring concrete, gravel, sand, and other large material quantities.

Conversion Formula

To convert cubic feet (cu ft) to cubic yards (cu yd), divide the volume in cubic feet by 27. The formula is:

Volume (cu yd) = Volume (cu ft) ÷ 27

Source: NIST

Conversion Table

Cubic Feet (cu ft)Cubic Yards (cu yd)
90.33
180.67
271
542
813
1355
27010
40515
54020
81030

Real World Examples

  • 1 cubic yard of concrete = 27 cu ft (standard ready-mix truck delivery volume)
  • 1 cubic yard of mulch = 27 cu ft (landscaping bags or bulk delivery)
  • Standard washing machine drum = about 4.5 ft3 = 0.17 yd3
  • Standard large refrigerator (storage space) = about 25 cu ft = 0.93 cu yd
  • Full-size bathtub = about 13 ft3 = 0.48 yd3
  • Standard pickup truck bed (filled level) = about 54 cu ft = 2 cu yd
  • Home chest freezer (large) = about 15 ft3 = 0.56 yd3
  • Volume of a king-size mattress = about 71 ft3 = 2.63 yd3
  • Small garden shed (4x6x7 ft) = about 168 cu ft = 6.22 cu yd
  • Standard hot tub (5–6 person) = about 400 cu ft= 14.81 cu yd

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