Gravel Reference

Gravel for a 6 by 10 m Driveway

How much gravel you need for a 6 by 10 metre driveway, in cubic metres and tonnes.

Gravel for a 6x10 m driveway

At 8 cm deep, with a 5 percent allowance.

Cubic metres
5.04
Tonnes (approx)
9.22t
cubic metres = 6 × 10 × (8 / 100) × 1.05 = 5.04 m³

That is about 19.7 × 32.8 ft, roughly 6.28 cubic yards at 3 inches.

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About this estimate

A 6 by 10 metre area at 8 cm is about 4.8 cubic metres before waste. Density varies by stone type, so confirm tonnage with your supplier.

Moving gravel? A solid wheelbarrow beats a bucket every time.

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Common questions

How much gravel for a 6 by 10 m driveway?

A 6 by 10 metre area at 8 cm deep needs about 5.04 cubic metres, roughly 9.22 tonnes of crushed gravel.

How deep for a gravel drive?

About 8 to 10 cm for a top layer, more for a full build. Confirm the density with your supplier.
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