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Gravel Driveway Cost Calculator

A gravel driveway is priced by the tons of gravel, which come from the volume after compaction, plus install and delivery. The math keeps units straight between length, volume and weight.

JOB INPUTS

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Driveway length

ft
Driveway length

Driveway width

ft
Driveway width

Thickness of gravel

in
Thickness of gravel

Settlement factor (e.g. 1.2)

Settlement factor (e.g. 1.2)

Tons per unit of volume

Tons per unit of volume

Gravel price per ton

$
Gravel price per ton

Delivery fee

$
Delivery fee

Spreading and compacting

$
Spreading and compacting
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CALCULATED RESULTUSD
Tons of gravel8.3 t
Volume5.93 cu yd
Gravel$373.33
Install$200.00
Delivery$100.00
Total cost$673.33
FORMULA USED40 × 10 × 0.33 ft × 1.2 = 160.00 cu ft → 5.93 cu yd × 1.4 t = 8.3 t × $45.00 = $373.33

HOW TO USE IT

How to use the Gravel Driveway Cost Calculator

  1. 1

    Measure length, width and depth: Measure the drive and the gravel thickness. All three go into the volume.

  2. 2

    Compute the compacted volume: Multiply length, width and depth, then apply a compaction factor. In the US, convert cubic feet to cubic yards.

  3. 3

    Convert volume to tons: Multiply the volume by the gravel density in tons per cubic yard. That gives the tons you buy.

  4. 4

    Add install and delivery: Spreading and compacting is per unit of area, and delivery is a fixed fee. Use the Gravel Driveway Cost Calculator.

THE MATH

Gravel driveway calculation method

Multiply length by width by depth and compaction for the volume in cubic yards, then by density for tons. A 40 x 10 ft drive at 4 in is about 5.9 cu yd and 8.3 tons, totaling about $673.

Multiply length, width and depth, then apply a compaction factor. In the US, convert cubic feet to cubic yards.

PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

Worked example for Gravel driveway

Multiply length by width by depth and compaction for the volume in cubic yards, then by density for tons. A 40 x 10 ft drive at 4 in is about 5.9 cu yd and 8.3 tons, totaling about $673.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do you estimate a gravel driveway?

Multiply length by width by depth and compaction for the volume in cubic yards, then by density for tons. A 40 x 10 ft drive at 4 in is about 5.9 cu yd and 8.3 tons, totaling about $673.

What should I verify before using the result?

Compaction changes the volume you order. Confirm the factor with the supplier.

Is this a final quote or design?

No. Use it as a planning estimate, then confirm measurements, local rates, product requirements, permits and jobsite conditions before bidding or building.