Gallons to Cups Converter

Gallons to Cups Converter

US Cups
Liters
1 US gallon = 16 cups · 1 US gallon = 3.78541 L

How to convert gallons to cups

To convert gallons to cups, multiply by 16. There are exactly 16 cups in every US gallon. For example, 2 gallons × 16 = 32 cups. Going the other way, divide cups by 16 to get gallons.

To convert gallons to liters, multiply by 3.78541. So 1 gallon × 3.78541 = 3.785 liters.

1 US gallon = 16 cups = 8 pints = 4 quarts = 128 fluid ounces = 3.785 liters. This conversion is commonly needed for large batch cooking, punch bowls, and beverage dispensers.

Gallons to cups conversion table

US Gallons US Cups Liters
0.25 gal4 cups0.946 L
0.5 gal8 cups1.893 L
1 gal16 cups3.785 L
1.5 gal24 cups5.678 L
2 gal32 cups7.571 L
3 gal48 cups11.356 L
4 gal64 cups15.142 L
5 gal80 cups18.927 L

Frequently asked questions

How many cups are in a gallon?
There are exactly 16 cups in 1 US gallon. 1 gallon = 16 cups = 8 pints = 4 quarts = 128 fluid ounces.
How many cups is half a gallon?
Half a gallon = 8 cups = 4 pints = 2 quarts = 1.893 liters.
How many cups is 2 gallons?
2 gallons = 32 cups = 7.571 liters. Calculation: 2 × 16 = 32 cups.
How many gallons is 48 cups?
48 cups = 3 gallons = 11.356 liters. Calculation: 48 ÷ 16 = 3 gallons.
How many cups is a quart?
1 quart = 4 cups = 2 pints = 0.946353 liters.