Crusher Run Calculator
Tons and yards of crusher run for a driveway or pad.
Enter your values
Enter the length in ft.
Enter the width in ft.
Enter the depth in in.
Enter the compaction allowance in %.
Enter the price per ton in $.
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed. Your values are remembered on this device, and the shareable link reopens the calculator with exactly these numbers.
- Crusher run needed
- 19.17 tons
- Cubic yards (compacted)
- 14.2 yd³
- Loose cubic yards
- 12.35 yd³
- Estimated cost
- $670.83
- Truck loads (20 t)
- 1
Quick answer
Crusher run is ordered by the ton; one cubic yard compacts to roughly 1.35 tons, so a 100 × 10 ft drive at 4 in deep needs about 16.7 tons.
tons = L × W × D/12 ÷ 27 × 1.35
At a glance
| What it does | Tons and yards of crusher run for a driveway or pad. |
|---|---|
| Category | Home & DIY |
| Inputs needed | Length, Width, Depth, Compaction allowance, Price per ton |
| Main output | Crusher run needed |
| Formula | tons = L × W × D/12 ÷ 27 × 1.35 |
| Cost | Free — no sign-up, no download |
How to use the Crusher Run Calculator
- 1Measure the driveway length and width in feet.
- 2Choose a depth — 4 in for a top layer, 6–8 in for a new base.
- 3Add compaction and your local price per ton.
Inputs explained
- Length(ft)
- Enter the length in ft.
- Width(ft)
- Enter the width in ft.
- Depth(in)
- Enter the depth in in.
- Compaction allowance(%)
- Enter the compaction allowance in %.
- Price per ton($)
- Enter the price per ton in $.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Length100 ft
- Width10 ft
- Depth4 in
- Compaction allowance15 %
- Price per ton35 $
Results
- Crusher run needed19.17 tons
- Cubic yards (compacted)14.2 yd³
- Loose cubic yards12.35 yd³
- Estimated cost$670.83
- Truck loads (20 t)1
Frequently asked questions
How deep should crusher run be for a driveway?
4 inches over an existing base, or 6–8 inches in two compacted lifts for a new driveway.
How many tons in a yard of crusher run?
About 1.35 tons per compacted cubic yard, depending on how much fine material the mix contains.
What do I need to enter into the Crusher Run Calculator?
Just 5 values: length, width, depth, compaction allowance, price per ton. Every field starts with a realistic example, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result update instantly.
How does the Crusher Run Calculator work out the answer?
Crusher run is ordered by the ton; one cubic yard compacts to roughly 1.35 tons, so a 100 × 10 ft drive at 4 in deep needs about 16.7 tons. It applies the formula tons = L × W × D/12 ÷ 27 × 1.35 and shows the working so you can check each step by hand.
Is the Crusher Run Calculator free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up, no download and no usage limit. Everything is calculated in your browser, so the numbers you type never leave your device.
Results are estimates for general information. For medical, legal, structural or financial decisions, confirm with a qualified professional.