Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards Converter
Enter a volume in cubic feet to convert it to cubic yards.
How to calculate cubic feet to cubic yards
One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet (3 ft × 3 ft × 3 ft), so divide your volume in cubic feet by 27 to get cubic yards. To reverse it, multiply cubic yards by 27.
Cubic yards = Cubic feet ÷ 27
Worked example
Converting 50 ft³ of ready-mix concrete to cubic yards.
- 50 ft³ ÷ 27
- = 1.85 yd³
Result: 50 cubic feet = 1.85 cubic yards
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert cubic feet to cubic yards?
One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet (3 ft × 3 ft × 3 ft), so divide your volume in cubic feet by 27 to get cubic yards. To reverse it, multiply cubic yards by 27.
What is the formula for cubic feet to cubic yards?
Cubic yards = Cubic feet ÷ 27.
Is the cubic feet to cubic yards converter free?
Yes. Enter any value above to convert instantly, with no sign-up.
How accurate is this conversion?
It uses the exact conversion factor, so the result is precise. Cubic yards = Cubic feet ÷ 27. For everyday use you can round to one or two decimal places.
How many cubic feet are in a cubic yard?
There are 27 cubic feet in one cubic yard (3 ft × 3 ft × 3 ft), so divide cubic feet by 27 for cubic yards, or multiply cubic yards by 27 for cubic feet.