Fathoms to yards
yards = fathoms × 2
Reverse: yards to fathoms
How to convert fathoms to yards
One fathom is 2 yards, so multiply the number of fathoms by 2. For example, 20 fathoms is 20 × 2 = 40 yards. To go back, divide by the same number, or multiply by 0.5.
Quick estimate
Multiplying by about 2 gets within 0.0% of the exact answer, which is enough to check that a result makes sense.
Where it comes up
Length conversions come up in DIY and building plans, running and cycling distances, maps, clothing sizes and travel between countries that use metric and imperial units.
| fathoms | yards |
|---|---|
| 1 fm | 2 yd |
| 2 fm | 4 yd |
| 3 fm | 6 yd |
| 4 fm | 8 yd |
| 5 fm | 10 yd |
| 6 fm | 12 yd |
| 7 fm | 14 yd |
| 8 fm | 16 yd |
| 9 fm | 18 yd |
| 10 fm | 20 yd |
| 11 fm | 22 yd |
| 12 fm | 24 yd |
| 13 fm | 26 yd |
| 14 fm | 28 yd |
| 15 fm | 30 yd |
| 16 fm | 32 yd |
| 17 fm | 34 yd |
| 18 fm | 36 yd |
| 19 fm | 38 yd |
| 20 fm | 40 yd |
| 25 fm | 50 yd |
| 30 fm | 60 yd |
| 40 fm | 80 yd |
| 50 fm | 100 yd |
| 60 fm | 120 yd |
| 70 fm | 140 yd |
| 75 fm | 150 yd |
| 80 fm | 160 yd |
| 90 fm | 180 yd |
| 100 fm | 200 yd |
| 120 fm | 240 yd |
| 150 fm | 300 yd |
| 200 fm | 400 yd |
| 250 fm | 500 yd |
| 300 fm | 600 yd |
| 400 fm | 800 yd |
| 500 fm | 1,000 yd |
| 750 fm | 1,500 yd |
| 1,000 fm | 2,000 yd |
| 1,500 fm | 3,000 yd |
| 2,000 fm | 4,000 yd |
| 5,000 fm | 10,000 yd |
| 10,000 fm | 20,000 yd |
Questions
How many yards are in a fathom?
2 yards.
How do I convert fathoms to yards in a spreadsheet?
Put the value in A1 and type =A1*2, then fill the formula down the column.
Are the values in the table exact?
They are calculated from the exact definitions of the units and rounded only for display. Open any row for the full working.