How to convert liters to gallons
To convert liters to gallons, multiply by 0.264172052358. Converting liters to gallons helps with fuel, water tanks, aquariums and cleaning products sold in different units.
Liter to Gallon conversion table
| Liter (L) | Gallon (gal) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 L | 0.0264172052358 gal |
| 0.5 L | 0.132086026179 gal |
| 1 L | 0.264172052358 gal |
| 2 L | 0.528344104716 gal |
| 3 L | 0.792516157074 gal |
| 4 L | 1.05668820943 gal |
| 5 L | 1.32086026179 gal |
| 10 L | 2.64172052358 gal |
| 20 L | 5.28344104716 gal |
| 25 L | 6.60430130895 gal |
| 50 L | 13.2086026179 gal |
| 100 L | 26.4172052358 gal |
| 500 L | 132.086026179 gal |
| 1,000 L | 264.172052358 gal |
About the units
Liter (L)
A liter equals one cubic decimeter (1,000 cm³) and is the common metric unit for drinks and fuel.
Gallon (gal)
A US liquid gallon is defined as 231 cubic inches, exactly 3.785411784 liters.
How to use this converter
- Type the number of liters (L) in the input box.
- The result in gallons appears instantly — no button needed.
- See the same value in every other volume unit just below.
- Use “Swap units” to convert gallons back to liters.
When you’ll use the liter to gallon conversion
You are buying a 200-liter rain barrel and want its capacity in US gallons for a watering plan. Converting gives about 52.8 gallons.
You are filling a car abroad where fuel is priced per liter and want to compare with prices at home. Converting the tank size and the price shows the real difference.
💡 For a quick estimate in your head, multiply by about 0.26 (the exact factor is 0.264172052358).
Watch out for these mix-ups
- Using UK gallons when the figure you need is in US gallons.
- Rounding a large tank volume before multiplying.
- Comparing per-liter and per-gallon prices directly.
- Filling a tank to its total volume instead of its safe fill level.
Tips for better results
- Confirm whether you need US or UK gallons.
- Multiply liters by 0.264 for US gallons.
- Convert both price and volume before comparing fuel costs.
💡 Practical tip: Multiply price per liter by about 3.785 to get the price per US gallon.
Frequently asked questions
How many gallons are in one liter?
One liter equals 0.264172052358 gallons. 0.264172052358 is the exact factor used by this converter.
How do I convert liters to gallons?
Multiply the value in liters by 0.264172052358. To go the other way, multiply gallons by 3.785411784.
What is 10 L in gal?
10 L = 2.64172052358 gal. Also, 5 L = 1.32086026179 gal and 100 L = 26.4172052358 gal.
What is the difference between a liter and a gallon?
A liter equals one cubic decimeter (1,000 cm³) and is the common metric unit for drinks and fuel. A US liquid gallon is defined as 231 cubic inches, exactly 3.785411784 liters.
Is this tool free and private?
Yes — the Liter to Gallon 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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