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Convert liters to US gallons
Instant, accurate L → gal conversion with a live converter, table and formula.
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1 liter = 0.264172 US gallons
1 US gallon = 3.78541 liters
liters to US gallons table
| liters (L) | US gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.132086 |
| 1 | 0.264172 |
| 2 | 0.528344 |
| 5 | 1.32086 |
| 10 | 2.64172 |
| 20 | 5.28344 |
| 50 | 13.2086 |
| 100 | 26.4172 |
| 500 | 132.086 |
| 1000 | 264.172 |
Formula
US gallons = liters × 0.264172.
Example
10 liters = 2.64172 US gallons.
What is a liter?
A liter (L) is the metric volume unit equal to 1,000 ml or one cubic decimeter.
What is a US gallon?
A US gallon is 3.785 liters (128 US fluid ounces).
Real-world reference points
A liter is a large water bottle; a US cup is a small glass; a teaspoon is a sip of medicine.
| Reference | liters | US gallons |
|---|---|---|
| Teaspoon of medicine | 0.005 L | 0.00132 gal |
| Soda can | 0.33 L | 0.0872 gal |
| Water bottle | 0.5 L | 0.132 gal |
| Car fuel tank (typical) | 50 L | 13.21 gal |
| Bathtub | 150 L | 39.63 gal |
Mistakes to avoid with volume conversions
- US vs imperial gallons: the imperial gallon is ~20% larger — UK fuel-economy figures aren't US ones.
- Converting milliliters to grams for ingredients that aren't water — oil, flour and honey have different densities.
- US recipe cups (236.6 ml) vs metric cups (250 ml) — a 5% error that ruins delicate baking.
Frequently asked questions
How many US gallons in a liters?+
1 liter = 0.264172 US gallons.
How do I convert liters to US gallons?+
Enter the value in the liters box above and the US gallons value appears instantly. You can also type in the US gallons box to convert the other way.
Is this L to gal converter free?+
Yes — it is 100% free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser.