How to convert cups to milliliters
To convert cups to milliliters, multiply by 236.5882365. A US cup is about 236.6 mL, while many other countries use a 250 mL metric cup, so knowing which one a recipe means avoids surprises.
Cup to Milliliter conversion table
| Cup (cup) | Milliliter (mL) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 cup | 23.65882365 mL |
| 0.5 cup | 118.29411825 mL |
| 1 cup | 236.5882365 mL |
| 2 cup | 473.176473 mL |
| 3 cup | 709.7647095 mL |
| 4 cup | 946.352946 mL |
| 5 cup | 1,182.9411825 mL |
| 10 cup | 2,365.882365 mL |
| 20 cup | 4,731.76473 mL |
| 25 cup | 5,914.7059125 mL |
| 50 cup | 11,829.411825 mL |
| 100 cup | 23,658.82365 mL |
| 500 cup | 118,294.11825 mL |
| 1,000 cup | 236,588.2365 mL |
About the units
Cup (cup)
A US customary cup is 8 US fluid ounces, about 236.59 mL (nutrition labels round to 240 mL).
Milliliter (mL)
A milliliter is one thousandth of a liter, equal to one cubic centimeter.
How to use this converter
- Type the number of cups (cup) in the input box.
- The result in milliliters appears instantly — no button needed.
- See the same value in every other volume unit just below.
- Use “Swap units” to convert milliliters back to cups.
When you’ll use the cup to milliliter conversion
You found an American muffin recipe and your measuring jug only shows milliliters. Converting ¾ cup of milk gives about 177 mL.
A baby formula guide lists volumes in milliliters and you are using a US cup. Converting helps you measure accurately.
💡 For a quick estimate in your head, multiply by about 240 (the exact factor is 236.5882365).
Watch out for these mix-ups
- Using 250 mL for a US recipe.
- Mixing liquid and dry measuring cups.
- Rounding small amounts too much in baking.
- Assuming nutrition-label cups match kitchen cups.
Tips for better results
- Check whether a recipe uses US or metric cups.
- Use the milliliter scale on a clear jug.
- Keep two decimal places for small measurements.
💡 Practical tip: Australian, Canadian and UK recipes often use a 250 mL cup, slightly larger than the US cup.
Frequently asked questions
How many milliliters are in one cup?
One cup equals 236.5882365 milliliters. 236.5882365 is the exact factor used by this converter.
How do I convert cups to milliliters?
Multiply the value in cups by 236.5882365. To go the other way, multiply milliliters by 0.00422675283773.
What is 10 cup in mL?
10 cup = 2,365.882365 mL. Also, 5 cup = 1,182.9411825 mL and 100 cup = 23,658.82365 mL.
What is the difference between a cup and a milliliter?
A US customary cup is 8 US fluid ounces, about 236.59 mL (nutrition labels round to 240 mL). A milliliter is one thousandth of a liter, equal to one cubic centimeter.
Is this tool free and private?
Yes — the Cup to Milliliter is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so the values you enter are never uploaded to our servers.
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