Pints to Gallons Calculator

Convert between pints and gallons instantly — enter either value and get the result. Supports US and UK measurements.

US Pints ↔ Gallons
or

8

US pints in 1 gallon

0.125

gallons in 1 US pint

473 mL

per US pint

Pints to Gallons — Reference Table (US)
Pints (pt)Gallons (gal)Quarts (qt)
10.1250.5
20.251
40.52
60.753
814
101.255
121.56
1628
202.510
24312
32416
40520
48624
64832
801040
961248
1281664

US vs UK Pints & Gallons

Both US and UK systems use 8 pints per gallon, but the actual volumes differ. A US pint is 473 mL (16 US fl oz), while a UK (imperial) pint is 568 mL (20 UK fl oz). A US gallon is 3.785 L; a UK gallon is 4.546 L. The ratio stays the same — only the absolute sizes change.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pints are in a gallon?

There are exactly 8 pints in 1 gallon, whether you are using US customary or UK imperial measurements. The volumes differ between systems, but the 8:1 ratio is the same.

How do I convert pints to gallons?

Divide the number of pints by 8. For example, 16 pints ÷ 8 = 2 gallons. To go the other direction, multiply gallons by 8: 3 gallons × 8 = 24 pints.

How many pints are in a half gallon?

A half gallon contains 4 pints. This is a common size for milk and ice cream containers in the US.

Is a UK pint the same as a US pint?

No. A US pint is 473 mL (16 US fluid ounces), while a UK imperial pint is 568 mL (20 UK fluid ounces). The UK pint is about 20% larger than the US pint.

How many pints are in 5 gallons?

5 gallons × 8 = 40 pints. This is a handy number to know for home brewing, where 5-gallon batches are standard.