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Gallons to Pints

Convert gallons (gal) to pints (pt) — instant and accurate

1 gal = 8 pt  ·  To convert gallons to pints, multiply by 8.

8 pt

Gallons to Pints Conversion Table

GallonsPints
0.25 gal2 pt
0.5 gal4 pt
1 gal8 pt
2 gal16 pt
3 gal24 pt
4 gal32 pt
5 gal40 pt
6 gal48 pt
8 gal64 pt
10 gal80 pt
16 gal128 pt
25 gal200 pt
50 gal400 pt
100 gal800 pt
250 gal2000 pt
500 gal4000 pt
1000 gal8000 pt

Formula

pints = gallons × 8
gallons = pints × 0.125
Example: 5 gal × 8 = 40 pt

About the Gallons-to-Pints Conversion

You typically need to convert gallons to pints when interpreting specifications or documentation that originated under a different measurement convention. Gallons is standard in fuel, milk, paint, and large liquid quantities in the United States, while pints prevails in beverages, ice cream, and dairy in the United States. Both units belong to the US customary system. One gal = 8 pt.

Real-World Examples

  • 1 gal (one gallon) = 8 pt
  • 0.5 gal (half-gallon) = 4 pt
  • 5 gal (5 gallons) = 40 pt
  • 0.25 gal (one quart) = 2 pt

Pints to Gallons (Reverse)

PintsGallons
0.25 pt0.03125 gal
0.5 pt0.0625 gal
1 pt0.125 gal
2 pt0.25 gal
3 pt0.375 gal
4 pt0.5 gal
5 pt0.625 gal
6 pt0.75 gal
8 pt1 gal
10 pt1.25 gal
16 pt2 gal
25 pt3.125 gal
50 pt6.25 gal
100 pt12.5 gal
250 pt31.25 gal
500 pt62.5 gal
1000 pt125 gal

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pints are in a gallon?

1 gallon equals 8 pints.

How do I convert gallons to pints?

Multiply the value in gallons by 8 to get pints. For example, 5 gal × 8 = 40 pt.

How do I convert pints back to gallons?

Multiply the value in pints by 0.125 to get gallons. Equivalently, divide by 8.

How many gallons are in a pint?

1 pint equals 0.125 gallons.

Is the gallons-to-pints conversion exact?

Yes. 1 gal = 8 pt is an exact value defined by international agreement.

About Gallons and Pints

The US liquid gallon (symbol gal) equals 4 quarts, 8 pints, or exactly 3.78541 liters. The UK imperial gallon is about 20% larger (4.546 L).

The US liquid pint (symbol pt) equals 2 cups, or exactly 473.176 milliliters. It differs from the UK pint (568 ml).

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