Convert cups to gallons
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How to Convert Cups to Gallons
The us cup and us gallon are both units of volume. By definition, 1 us gallon equals exactly 16 cups. This means to convert cups to gallons, you divide by 16.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 cup to gallons:
We need to convert cups to gallons
Since 1 gal = 16 cup, divide by 16
5 ÷ 16 = 0.3125
5 cup = 0.3125 gal
US Cup to US Gallon Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common us cup to us gallon conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Cups (cup) | Gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 0.0625 gal |
| 2 cup | 0.125 gal |
| 5 cup | 0.3125 gal |
| 10 cup | 0.625 gal |
| 15 cup | 0.9375 gal |
| 20 cup | 1.25 gal |
| 25 cup | 1.5625 gal |
| 50 cup | 3.125 gal |
| 100 cup | 6.25 gal |
About These Units
US Cup (cup)
A US cup equals 8 fluid ounces, 16 tablespoons, or 237 milliliters. Cups are the standard volume measure for cooking and baking recipes in the United States. There are 4 cups in a quart, 2 cups in a pint. A metric cup is exactly 250 mL.
US Gallon (gal)
A US gallon (gal) equals 128 fluid ounces, 4 quarts, 8 pints, or 3.785 liters. Gallons are the standard for fuel prices, milk containers, and paint cans in the United States. A US gallon is smaller than an Imperial gallon (4.546 L). One gallon of water weighs 8.34 pounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert cups to gallons?
To convert cups to gallons, divide the value by 16. For example, 10 cup = 0.625 gal.
How many gallons are in 1 us cup?
1 us cup equals 0.0625 gallons.
What is the formula for cups to gallons?
The formula is: gal = cup ÷ 16.