How to convert cups to liters
Cups and Liters both measure volume, so converting is a single multiplication. One cup equals 0.236588 L, so you multiply your cups value by 0.236588.
Formula: liters = cups × 0.236588. For example, 10 cup = 2.36588 L.
Cups to Liters conversion table
| Cups (cup) | Liters (L) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.236588 |
| 2 | 0.473176 |
| 5 | 1.18294 |
| 10 | 2.36588 |
| 25 | 5.9147 |
| 50 | 11.8294 |
| 100 | 23.6588 |
| 1,000 | 236.588 |
Cups and Liters explained
Cups (cup): A US cooking measure of about 236.6 ml.
Liters (L): The metric unit of volume, used for drinks, fuel and containers.
When you'd convert cups to liters
You'll convert cups to liters whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing cups and liters figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 cup is exactly 0.236588 L, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many liters are in a cup?
One cup equals 0.236588 L. Multiply your cups figure by 0.236588 to get liters.
What is the formula to convert cups to liters?
liters = cups × 0.236588. The factor 0.236588 is exact.
What is 2 cups in liters?
2 cup = 0.473176 L. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Cups to Liters converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 cup = 0.236588 L) defined by NIST Handbook 44 / US customary liquid measures, so results are exact to several decimal places.