How Much Is 3 Tons of Gravel?
3 Tons of gravel is about 2.12 cubic yards. At 3 inches deep it covers about 229 sq ft. Convert any material below.
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3 Tons in cubic yards, by material
| Material | Cubic yards | Cubic feet |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | 2.12 | 57 |
| Pea Gravel | 2.31 | 62 |
| Crushed Stone | 2.00 | 54 |
| River Rock | 2.14 | 58 |
| Crusher Run | 2.00 | 54 |
| Topsoil | 2.78 | 75 |
Weights per cubic yard are listed on each material page.
Area 3 tons of gravel covers
| Depth | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 2 in | 343 |
| 3 in | 229 |
| 4 in | 171 |
| 6 in | 114 |
What 3 tons of gravel costs
HomeGuide puts bulk gravel and crushed stone at $10 to $50 per ton, so 3 tons costs about $30 to $150 for the stone. Pea gravel runs $28 to $45 per ton, or $84 to $135. Delivery adds $10 to $25 per ton.
HomeGuide says a 10-wheel dump truck carries 12 to 20 tons, so this is less than a full dump-truck load.
Common questions
How many yards is 3 tons of gravel?
About 2.12 cubic yards at 1.42 tons per cubic yard; crushed stone at 1.5 gives 2.00.
How much area does 3 tons of gravel cover?
About 343 sq ft at 2 inches or 171 sq ft at 4 inches.
Sources
- https://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/dirt-mud-densities-d_1727.html
- https://hellogravel.com/guides/2025-gravel-prices-per-ton-delivered-cost-calculator-and-regional-rates/
- https://selectsg.com/how-much-does-a-yard-of-crushed-stone-weigh/
- https://homeguide.com/costs/gravel-prices