Convert yards (yd) to light years (ly) with formulas, examples, and conversion tables.
How to Convert yards to light years
To convert yards to light years, divide the value by 1.03466754156e16.
The Formula
light years = yards ÷ 1.03466754156e16
Key Fact
1 light year = 1.03466754156e16 yards
Tip: To convert light years back to yards, multiply by 1.03466754156e16.
About Yards and Light Years
What is a Yard?
The yard (yd) is a unit of length in the imperial system. One yard equals 0.9144 meters.
What is a Light Year?
The light year (ly) is a unit of length in the astronomical system. One light year equals 9461000000000000 meters.