Free contractor tool

Gravel Calculator

Estimate gravel volume and tonnage for driveways, walkways, drainage beds and other aggregate projects.

Cubic yardsApprox. tonsDensity + cost

Enter the gravel area

Use the installed depth you are planning. The tonnage estimate uses an editable tons-per-cubic-yard density.

Optional cost
Gravel density varies by stone type, gradation, moisture and compaction. Use your supplier's conversion when available.

Volume first

The calculator finds cubic yards from area and depth before converting that volume to an estimated weight.

Weight is approximate

Crushed stone, river rock and other aggregates do not all weigh the same per cubic yard.

Driveways need a section

Base stone, surface stone and compacted lifts may require separate quantities and depths.