US gallons to liters (gal to L)

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1 gal = 3.78541 L. Type any value below to convert US gallons to liters instantly.

1 unit

1 gal = 3.78541 L

Formula: L = gal × 3.78541178

About gal to L

Convert US fuel tank sizes, paint, and milk jugs into liters. One US gallon is exactly 3.785411784 L.

To convert, multiply the value in US gallons by 3.78541178. For example, 12 gal = 45.4249 L.

US gallons: 231 cubic inches, exactly 3.785411784 L. Liters: 1,000 cubic centimeters.

US gallons to liters conversion table

Formula: L = gal × 3.78541178

US gallonsLiters
0.5 gal1.89271 L
1 gal3.78541 L
2 gal7.57082 L
3 gal11.3562 L
5 gal18.9271 L
10 gal37.8541 L
12 gal45.4249 L
15 gal56.7812 L
20 gal75.7082 L
25 gal94.6353 L
50 gal189.271 L
55 gal208.198 L
100 gal378.541 L

Values rounded to 6 significant figures.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Type a value in US gallons in the converter above (it is preset to gal → L).

  2. 2

    Read the result instantly; tap Swap units to convert the other way.

  3. 3

    Use the table for common values or the formula L = gal × 3.78541178 to convert by hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many liters are in one US gallon?

1 gal = 3.78541 L.

How do I convert US gallons to liters?

Use L = gal × 3.78541178. For example, 12 gal = 45.4249 L.

Is the converter accurate?

It uses the exact international definitions of each unit and shows up to six significant figures.

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