Gravel Calculator

Calculate gravel needed in tons and cubic yards for driveways, paths, and patios. Choose from 10 gravel types with pricing and delivery estimates.

Area Shape

Length (ft)

Width (ft)

Depth (inches)

Gravel Type

Include delivery ($75 + $10/ton)Include landscape fabric ($0.15/sqft)

Volume

5.93

cubic yards

Weight

8.00

tons (16,000 lbs)

Material Cost

$356

best: bulk (cubic yard)

Total Cost

$583

incl. delivery + fabric

Cost Breakdown

Item	Cost
Crushed Stone (#57) (5.93 yd³)	$356
Delivery	$155
Landscape Fabric (480 sq ft)	$72
Metal Edging (104 lf, optional)	$208
Total (excl. edging)	$583

Bag option: 320 bags (0.5 cu ft) at ~$5/bag = $1,600 (bulk is usually cheaper for >1 yd³)

Gravel Type Guide

Type	Size	$/Yard	Best For
Pea Gravel	3/8" round	$55	Walkways, patios, drainage
Crushed Stone (#57)Selected	3/4" - 1"	$60	Driveways, drainage, base
Crushed Stone (#411)	3/4" mix w/ dust	$55	Driveways, base layer
River Rock	1" - 3" round	$100	Landscaping, dry creek beds
Decomposed Granite	Fine to 3/8"	$55	Pathways, patios
Quarry Process (QP)	Dust to 3/4"	$45	Base layer, sub-base
White Marble Chips	1/2" - 1"	$150	Decorative, landscaping
Limestone (#8)	3/8" - 1/2"	$50	Driveways, fill, base
Slate Chips	1/2" - 1" flat	$130	Pathways, mulch alternative
Lava Rock	3/4" - 2"	$55	Landscaping, fire pits

Recommended Depth by Use

Walkways

2-3 inches

Foot traffic only

Patios

3-4 inches

Over compacted base

Driveways

4-6 inches

Vehicle traffic, use base layer

Drainage

6-12 inches

French drains, dry wells

Landscaping

2-3 inches

Decorative mulch replacement

Parking Areas

6-8 inches

Heavy vehicle traffic

How to Use Gravel Calculator

1Select area shape and enter dimensions
2Set gravel depth
3Choose gravel type
4View tons, cubic yards, and cost

Frequently Asked Questions

How much gravel do I need for a driveway?▾

A standard driveway (12×60 ft at 4 inches deep) needs about 9 cubic yards or 12-14 tons of gravel.

How many tons per cubic yard of gravel?▾

Most gravel weighs 1.3-1.5 tons per cubic yard. River rock is heavier at 1.5 tons. Pea gravel and crushed stone average about 1.4 tons.

How deep should a gravel driveway be?▾

Total depth: 6-8 inches. Parking areas: 8-12 inches. Walking paths: 2-3 inches. Drainage areas: 12+ inches with geotextile fabric.

About Gravel Calculator

Calculate gravel needed in tons and cubic yards for driveways, paths, and patios. Choose from 10 gravel types with pricing and delivery estimates.

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