Short answer: 1 liter = 4.227 US cups. But “cup” means different amounts in different countries, which is why recipes sometimes go wrong. Here is everything you need.
In this guide
- Cups in a liter by country
- Liters to US cups chart
- US cups to ml chart
- Convert exact amounts
- Tip for baking
Cups in a liter by country
| Cup type | Size | Cups per liter |
|---|---|---|
| US customary cup | 236.59 ml | 4.227 |
| Metric cup (UK, Australia, Canada) | 250 ml | 4 |
| US legal cup (nutrition labels) | 240 ml | 4.167 |
Liters to US cups chart
| Liters | US cups |
|---|---|
| 0.25 L | 1.06 |
| 0.5 L | 2.11 |
| 1 L | 4.23 |
| 1.5 L | 6.34 |
| 2 L | 8.45 |
| 3 L | 12.68 |
US cups to ml chart
| US cups | Milliliters |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 59 ml |
| ⅓ cup | 79 ml |
| ½ cup | 118 ml |
| 1 cup | 237 ml |
| 2 cups | 473 ml |
| 4 cups | 946 ml |
Convert exact amounts
Use our liters to cups converter or cups to ml converter for any amount.
Tip for baking
For flour and sugar, weighing in grams is far more accurate than measuring cups, because a cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120 to 150 g depending on how it is packed.
Frequently asked questions
How many cups are in 2 liters?
About 8.45 US cups or 8 metric cups.
Is a cup 250 ml?
A metric cup is 250 ml; a US cup is about 237 ml.
How many cups in a gallon?
16 US cups in a US gallon.
