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Gallons to Cups Converter

Convert gallons to cups and cups to gallons instantly. Bidirectional volume converter with formula and common values.

gal

Cups

24

cup

1.5 gal = 24 cup

cup = gal × 16

How to Convert Gallons to Cups

To convert gallons to cups, multiply by 16. One US gallon is defined as 128 fluid ounces, and one cup is 8 fluid ounces, yielding 16 cups per gallon.

Conversion Formula

  • Gallons to Cups: cup = gal × 16
  • Cups to Gallons: gal = cup ÷ 16

Common Conversions

GallonsCups
0.254
0.58
1.524
232
348
580
7.5120

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FAQ

How many cups are in a gallon?

One US gallon equals exactly 16 US cups.

How do I convert gallons to cups?

Multiply the number of gallons by 16. For example, 1.5 gallons × 16 = 24 cups.

How many cups in a half gallon?

A half gallon contains 8 cups.

Why are there 16 cups in a gallon?

A gallon has 4 quarts, each quart has 2 pints, and each pint has 2 cups. So 4 × 2 × 2 = 16 cups per gallon.