How Much Gravel for 200 Square Feet? (Tons & Cubic Yards)

For 200 square feet at 4 inches deep — standard for paths, borders, and patios — you need 2.72 cubic yards or 3.8 tons of gravel (with 10% waste).

Answer at a glance — 200 sq ft

Depth	Cu ft	Cu yards	Tons (with 10% waste)
2 inches	33.3	1.23	1.9 tons
3 inches	50	1.85	2.9 tons
4 inches	66.7	2.47	3.8 tons
6 inches	100	3.7	5.7 tons

How we calculated it

For 200 sq ft at 4 inches:

Volume = 200 × 4 ÷ 12 = 66.7 cu ft
Cubic yards = 66.7 ÷ 27 = 2.47 cu yd
With 10% waste = 2.72 cu yd
Tons = 2.72 × 1.4 = 3.8 tons

Gravel density varies by type: pea gravel ≈ 1.35 tons/cu yd, crushed stone ≈ 1.5 tons/cu yd. The 1.4 figure is a reliable average.

Compare nearby sizes

Area	At 3" (paths)	At 4" (standard)	At 6" (driveway)
100 sq ft	1.4 tons	1.9 tons	2.9 tons
150 sq ft	2.1 tons	2.9 tons	4.3 tons
200 sq ft	2.9 tons	3.8 tons	5.7 tons
300 sq ft	4.3 tons	5.7 tons	8.6 tons
400 sq ft	5.7 tons	7.6 tons	11.4 tons

Depth guide by use

2–3 inches — decorative coverage, flower beds, tree rings
4 inches — paths, patios, play areas (most common)
6 inches — driveways (base layer), high-traffic areas
8–12 inches — driveway full build (base + surface combined)

Ordering tips

Gravel is sold by the ton or by the cubic yard depending on supplier. Always confirm which unit your quote uses before ordering. For 200 sq ft at 4 inches you need roughly 2.72 cu yd — if ordering by the ton, ask for 3.8 tons.

Use the Gravel Calculator to enter your exact dimensions and get a precise tonnage with price estimate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much gravel do I need for 200 square feet?

For 200 sq ft at 4 inches deep (standard for paths and borders), you need 2.72 cubic yards or 3.8 tons of gravel (includes 10% waste).

How many tons of gravel for 200 square feet?

At 4 inches: 3.8 tons. At 3 inches: 2.9 tons. At 6 inches (driveway): 5.7 tons. One cubic yard of gravel weighs about 1.4 tons.

How many cubic yards of gravel for 200 square feet?

At 4 inches: 2.72 cu yd (with 10% waste). At 2 inches: 1.36 cu yd. At 6 inches: 4.07 cu yd.

What type of gravel is best for 200 sq ft?

For paths and borders, pea gravel (3/8") or decomposed granite works well. For driveways, use #57 crushed stone (3/4") for the base. For drainage, use #57 or #67 stone.