How to convert cups to gallons
Formula: gal = cup ÷ 16
Worked example: 2 cup → 2 ÷ 16 = 0.125 gal
Cups to gallons conversion chart
| Cups (cup) | Gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 0.25 cup | 0.015625 gal |
| 0.5 cup | 0.03125 gal |
| 0.75 cup | 0.046875 gal |
| 1 cup | 0.0625 gal |
| 1.25 cup | 0.078125 gal |
| 1.5 cup | 0.09375 gal |
| 2 cup | 0.125 gal |
| 2.5 cup | 0.15625 gal |
| 3 cup | 0.1875 gal |
| 4 cup | 0.25 gal |
| 5 cup | 0.3125 gal |
| 6 cup | 0.375 gal |
| 8 cup | 0.5 gal |
| 10 cup | 0.625 gal |
| 12 cup | 0.75 gal |
| 16 cup | 1 gal |
What is a cup?
The US customary cup holds 8 fluid ounces, about 236.6 ml. Nutrition labels use a rounded 240 ml cup, and Canada and Australia use a 250 ml metric cup. In baking, measure dry ingredients level, or better, weigh them.
What is a gallon?
The US gallon is defined as 231 cubic inches, exactly 3.785411784 liters, and holds 4 quarts or 128 fluid ounces. Gasoline, milk, paint and water use in the United States are measured in gallons.