Pea Gravel Calculator

Work out the pea gravel for a patio, path or play area. Enter your area and depth to get cubic yards, tons and bags. Nothing is uploaded — it all runs in your browser.

You'll need

Pea gravel is sold by the cubic yard, ton or bag. Weight assumes ~1.7 t/m³; add a waste % for spillage.

How to use the pea gravel calculator

  1. Measure your area Length × width for a rectangle, or the diameter for a circle.
  2. Set the depth How thick a layer you're laying.
  3. Read the result Cubic yards for bulk, tons for weight-priced material, or bags for a small job — add a waste % for spillage.

Pea Gravel Calculator FAQ

How much pea gravel do I need?

Multiply the area by the depth for the volume, then convert to cubic yards or tons. Enter your dimensions above.

How deep should pea gravel be?

About 2 inches for a patio or path over a base; 2–3 inches for a decorative layer. Deeper is harder to walk on.

How many tons of pea gravel in a yard?

Around 1.4–1.5 tons per cubic yard, similar to other gravels.