How much gravel for 250 square feet?
At 3 inches deep, 250 square feet needs 2.31 cubic yards of gravel, or about 125 bags (0.5 cu ft (50 lb) each).
Crushed stone weighs about 1.4 tons per cubic yard; it varies by stone type.
| Depth | Cubic yards | 0.5 cu ft (50 lb) bags | Tons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 1.54 | 84 | 2.16 |
| 3 in | 2.31 | 125 | 3.24 |
| 4 in | 3.09 | 167 | 4.32 |
1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. Bulk delivery is usually cheaper than bags above about 1 to 2 cubic yards.