How to convert quarts to cups
Quarts and Cups both measure volume, so converting is a single multiplication. One qt equals 4.000004 cup, so you multiply your quarts value by 4.000004.
Formula: cups = quarts × 4.000004. For example, 10 qt = 40.000042 cup.
Quarts to Cups conversion table
| Quarts (qt) | Cups (cup) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 4.000004 |
| 2 | 8.000008 |
| 5 | 20.000021 |
| 10 | 40.000042 |
| 25 | 100.000106 |
| 50 | 200.000211 |
| 100 | 400.000423 |
| 1,000 | 4,000.004227 |
Quarts and Cups explained
Quarts (qt): A US liquid measure of about 946 ml (two pints).
Cups (cup): A US cooking measure of about 236.6 ml.
When you'd convert quarts to cups
You'll convert quarts to cups whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing quarts and cups figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 qt is exactly 4.000004 cup, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many cups are in a quart?
One qt equals 4.000004 cup. Multiply your quarts figure by 4.000004 to get cups.
What is the formula to convert quarts to cups?
cups = quarts × 4.000004. The factor 4.000004 is exact.
What is 2 quarts in cups?
2 qt = 8.000008 cup. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Quarts to Cups converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 qt = 4.000004 cup) defined by NIST Handbook 44 / US customary liquid measures, so results are exact to several decimal places.