Gallon to Cup Formula
The complete formula for converting gallons (gal) to cups (cup). See the formula, how it works, and worked examples below.
gal × 16 = cup
How the Formula Works
To convert gallons to cups, multiply the value by 16. This works because 1 gallon equals 16 cups.
Worked Examples
1 gal to cup
- Start with 1 gal
- Multiply by 16: 1 × 16 = 16
- Result: 1 gal = 16 cup
5 gal to cup
- Start with 5 gal
- Multiply by 16: 5 × 16 = 80
- Result: 5 gal = 80 cup
10 gal to cup
- Start with 10 gal
- Multiply by 16: 10 × 16 = 160
- Result: 10 gal = 160 cup
50 gal to cup
- Start with 50 gal
- Multiply by 16: 50 × 16 = 800
- Result: 50 gal = 800 cup
100 gal to cup
- Start with 100 gal
- Multiply by 16: 100 × 16 = 1,600
- Result: 100 gal = 1,600 cup
Reverse Formula: Cup to Gallon
cup ÷ 16 = gal
See the full Cup to Gallon formula for worked examples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The formula is: gal × 16 = cup. See the worked examples above for step-by-step breakdowns, or use the Gallon to Cup converter for instant results.
10 gallons = 160 cups. Apply the formula: gal × 16 = cup.