How yards and miles are converted
An international mile contains exactly 1,760 yards. Both units use the international foot.
miles = yards ÷ 1,760; yards = miles × 1,760; metres = yards × 0.9144
- Choose the direction and enter a distance of zero or more. Decimal distances are allowed.
- Divide yards by 1,760 for miles. Multiply miles by 1,760 to get yards.
- For mixed units, take whole miles and express the remaining distance in yards.
- A yard is three feet, or exactly 0.9144 metres. Divide metres by 1,000 for kilometres.
Worked example: 2,000 yd ÷ 1,760 = 1.1364 mi. That is 1 mi 240 yd, or 1,828.8 m and 1.8288 km.
Common yard distances in miles
| Yards | Miles | Miles and yards | Kilometres equivalent | Metres equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 yd | 0.0006 mi | 0 mi 1 yd | 0.0009 km | 0.9144 m |
| 10 yd | 0.0057 mi | 0 mi 10 yd | 0.0091 km | 9.144 m |
| 100 yd | 0.0568 mi | 0 mi 100 yd | 0.0914 km | 91.44 m |
| 440 yd | 0.25 mi | 0 mi 440 yd | 0.4023 km | 402.336 m |
| 880 yd | 0.5 mi | 0 mi 880 yd | 0.8047 km | 804.672 m |
| 1,000 yd | 0.5682 mi | 0 mi 1,000 yd | 0.9144 km | 914.4 m |
| 1,760 yd | 1 mi | 1 mi 0 yd | 1.6093 km | 1,609.344 m |
| 2,000 yd | 1.1364 mi | 1 mi 240 yd | 1.8288 km | 1,828.8 m |
| 5,000 yd | 2.8409 mi | 2 mi 1,480 yd | 4.572 km | 4,572 m |
| 7,000 yd | 3.9773 mi | 3 mi 1,720 yd | 6.4008 km | 6,400.8 m |
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Distances use international miles. Mixed values show whole miles and remaining yards.
Things to consider
- A 7,000 yd golf course is about 3.98 mi, excluding walking between holes.
- 440 yd is exactly a quarter mile. It is not the same as 400 m.
- For swimming, multiply pool length by the number of lengths swum.
- These are international miles, not nautical miles.
Frequently asked questions
How many yards are in a mile?
One international mile is exactly 1,760 yards, or 5,280 feet. A yard is exactly three feet. The Feet to Yards Converter and Feet to Miles Converter use the same length definitions.
How do I convert yards to miles?
Divide yards by 1,760. For example, 2,000 yards is about 1.1364 miles. To convert miles back to yards, multiply by 1,760.
How long is a golf hole or course in miles?
Divide its yardage by 1,760. A 440 yd hole is 0.25 mi, and a 7,000 yd course is about 3.9773 mi. Course yardage describes the playing distance, not your total walking route.
Is 440 yards a quarter mile?
Yes. Four distances of 440 yd total 1,760 yd, exactly one mile. A modern 400 m running track is shorter than a 440 yd track. Use the Kilometers to Miles Converter for distances measured in kilometres.
How do I convert swimming yards to miles?
Multiply the pool length in yards by the number of lengths, then divide by 1,760. For example, 80 lengths of a 25 yd pool total 2,000 yd, about 1.1364 mi. Check whether the pool length is in yards or metres, and whether a lap means one or two lengths.
Are nautical miles the same as miles?
No. A nautical mile is exactly 1,852 metres, about 2,025.37 yards. An international mile is 1,760 yards, or 1,609.344 metres. This converter uses international miles, not nautical miles.
Results are estimates for general information only, not financial, medical or professional advice.