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Gravel Driveway Cost
See what a gravel driveway typically costs installed per square foot, then size yours to find the tons and cubic yards of crushed stone and the material cost. The ton price shown is an example, so use your quarry's price. Want local pros to quote it? Use the quote form below the results.
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How much does a gravel driveway cost?
Published 2026 cost guides put an installed gravel driveway at roughly $1.50 to $4 per square foot, which covers the stone, delivery, grading and compaction. A 40 × 12 ft driveway (480 sq ft) is therefore about $720 to $1,920, and a 600 sq ft driveway about $900 to $2,400. That is well below concrete, but gravel needs topping up every few years. Long driveways, soft ground that needs fabric and a deeper base, and remote sites cost more.
What changes the price of a gravel driveway
Length and width, the depth of stone (4 to 6 inches compacted is typical), the type of stone, whether the old surface or topsoil has to be stripped first, geotextile fabric, edging, drainage, delivery distance from the quarry and local labor rates. Stone is priced by the ton, and crushed base with fines weighs about 1.5 to 1.7 tons per cubic yard.
Material cost: a worked example
A 40 × 12 ft driveway at 4 inches with 10% waste and 10% compaction needs about 7.17 cubic yards, or 11.5 US tons of crushed base at 1.6 tons per cubic yard. At an example price of $40 per ton that is about $460 of stone. Stone prices vary a lot by region and by how far the truck travels, so replace the example with your quarry's delivered price.
Doing it yourself vs hiring a pro
A gravel driveway is one of the more doable jobs: you need a delivery, a way to spread and a plate compactor. Hiring a pro pays off on long driveways, poor drainage or soft soil, where grading and a proper base decide how long it lasts. Use the quote form below the results to send your size to up to two local contractors.
About these numbers
The installed price ranges summarize published cost guides checked in October 2026 and vary widely by region. The calculator prices the stone only; your local quotes decide the real cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gravel driveway cost per square foot?
Roughly $1.50 to $4 per square foot installed in most guides, depending on depth, stone, site prep and region. Delivered stone is priced by the ton, and the calculator above turns your size into tons.
How much does a 100 ft gravel driveway cost?
A 100 ft long, 12 ft wide driveway is 1,200 sq ft, so about $1,800 to $4,800 installed at $1.50 to $4 per square foot. Enter your own length, width and depth above for the tons and the stone cost.
How much gravel do I need for a driveway?
Multiply length × width × depth in feet, divide by 27 for cubic yards, then add about 10% for waste and 10% for compaction. A 40 × 12 ft driveway at 4 inches needs about 7.17 cubic yards, or 11.5 tons of crushed base.
What is the cheapest driveway material?
Gravel is usually the cheapest to install, followed by asphalt and then concrete. Gravel costs more over time because it needs regular topping up and grading. Compare local quotes for each.
How accurate is this estimate?
It is a planning estimate, not an order. Bag yields, material density and waste vary by product, supplier and job, so confirm quantities with your supplier and check local building codes before you buy or pour.
Are my measurements saved?
No. Everything is calculated in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or stored.
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