How it's calculated
miles = yards ÷ 1760
yards = length in yards, 1760 = yards in one mile, miles = result. Reverse: yards = miles × 1760.
Common values
| Yards | Miles |
|---|---|
| 440 yd | 0.25 mi |
| 880 yd | 0.5 mi |
| 1320 yd | 0.75 mi |
| 1760 yd | 1 mi |
Common questions
How many yards are in a mile?
Exactly 1760 yards. A quarter mile is 440 yards, and a half mile is 880.
Is the mile the same in the US and UK?
Yes, both use the international mile of 1760 yards, or 1609.344 meters.