Gravel Calculator

Estimate the tonnes and volume of gravel needed for a driveway or path.

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Gravel Calculator: The Complete Guide

Estimate how much gravel your project needs. Enter the length, width, and depth to get the gravel weight in tonnes and US tons, plus the volume in cubic yards.

Who the Gravel Calculator is for

Homeowners and landscapers filling a driveway, path, or drainage area with gravel.

How to use the Gravel Calculator

  1. Type your values into the fields above — pick your currency or units where the calculator offers them.
  2. Results update automatically as you type; there's no submit button and nothing is sent to a server.
  3. Adjust any input to compare scenarios, then copy the result with a single click.

How it works

Volume = length × width × depth. Weight = volume × density, using about 1.68 tonnes per cubic metre for dry gravel. US tons = tonnes × 1.102.

Features

  • Tonnes and US tons
  • Volume in m³ and yd³
  • Imperial or metric
  • Driveway-ready

Estimating gravel

Gravel is sold by weight or volume. Multiply your area by the depth to get the volume, then convert to weight using a density of roughly 1.68 tonnes per cubic metre for dry gravel. A driveway typically needs a 3–4 inch depth; wet stone or different grades weigh somewhat more.

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep should gravel be?

Driveways usually need 3–4 inches; paths can be shallower. Enter your planned depth for an accurate tonnage.

How many tons of gravel do I need?

Multiply the volume by gravel's density (~1.68 t/m³). The calculator does this and converts to US tons for you.

Is this calculator free and private?

Yes. It's completely free with no signup, and every calculation runs locally in your browser, so your numbers never leave your device.