Gravel Driveway Guides

These gravel driveway guides explain the planning behind the calculators: how to measure, how deep to go, what it costs, which stone to use and how the numbers are worked out. Each one links to the calculator that does the arithmetic for you.

• How much gravel do I need for a driveway?Measure a straight, curved or irregular drive and work out the order in five steps.
• How many yards in a ton of gravel?Tons per yard by material, why it varies, and tables for 1 to 25 tons and 1 to 15 cubic yards.
• Gravel driveway depthPlanning ranges for base and surface layers by use and soil, and when to ask a contractor.
• Gravel driveway costWhat makes up the cost, how to compare quotes, and a worked example from your own price.
• Types of gravel for drivewaysCrushed stone, Class 5 and road base, pea gravel, river rock, decomposed granite and crushed concrete.
• How to calculate gravel for a drivewayThe formulas step by step, with US and metric worked examples that match the calculators.

Ready to work out your own numbers? Go to the gravel calculators.