How many feet are in a furlong?

One furlong equals exactly 660 feet. This derives from the definition of a furlong as 220 yards, and 1 yard = 3 feet, so 220 × 3 = 660 feet.

Where is the furlong still used today?

Furlongs are most commonly used in horse racing in the United Kingdom, Ireland, United States, Canada, and Australia. Some agricultural contexts in the UK also reference them for field lengths.

How do I convert feet back to furlongs?

Divide the foot value by 660. For example, 3,300 ft ÷ 660 = 5 furlongs. You can use the Swap button in this tool to flip the conversion direction.

How many furlongs are in a mile?

There are exactly 8 furlongs in a statute mile. One mile = 5,280 feet, and 5,280 ÷ 660 = 8 furlongs.

Is the furlong-to-foot conversion exact?

Yes. One furlong is defined as exactly 220 yards, and one yard is exactly 3 feet, giving a precise conversion factor of 660 feet per furlong with no rounding required.

Furlongs to Feet Converter

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Quick Reference Table

Furlongs	Feet	Context
1	660	Shortest sprint races
5	3,300	Common sprint (5f)
8	5,280	1 mile exactly
10	6,600	Long-distance race
16	10,560	2 miles exactly

Summary

A furlong is an imperial unit of length equal to 660 feet, or exactly one-eighth of a mile. This tool converts any furlong value to feet in real time as you type. It also shows the reverse conversion and lets you copy the result with one click.

How it works

Type the number of furlongs into the input field.
The converter multiplies your value by 660 to get feet.
The result updates instantly as you type — no button press needed.
Click "Copy Result" to copy the foot value to your clipboard.
Use the Swap button to switch between furlongs-to-feet and feet-to-furlongs mode.

Use cases

Convert horse racing track distances from furlongs to feet.
Translate agricultural field lengths for construction or surveying.
Cross-check imperial unit conversions in geography homework.
Help students understand the relationship between furlongs and feet.
Quickly verify furlong distances listed in historical land records.
Convert running or cycling race distances for training plans.

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Last updated: 2026-10-05 · Reviewed by Nham Vu