Liters to US gallons (L to gal)

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1 L = 0.264172 gal. Type any value below to convert liters to US gallons instantly.

1 unit

1 L = 0.264172 gal

Formula: gal = L ÷ 3.78541178

About L to gal

For fuel, aquariums, and water tanks. This page uses US gallons; an imperial (UK) gallon is larger — about 4.546 L — and is available in the converter.

To convert, divide the value in liters by 3.78541178. For example, 25 L = 6.6043 gal.

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

Liters to US gallons conversion table

Formula: gal = L ÷ 3.78541178

LitersUS gallons
1 L0.264172 gal
2 L0.528344 gal
4 L1.05669 gal
5 L1.32086 gal
10 L2.64172 gal
15 L3.96258 gal
20 L5.28344 gal
25 L6.6043 gal
40 L10.5669 gal
50 L13.2086 gal
60 L15.8503 gal
75 L19.8129 gal
100 L26.4172 gal
200 L52.8344 gal
1,000 L264.172 gal

Values rounded to 6 significant figures.

How to do it

  1. 1

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

  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 gal = L ÷ 3.78541178 to convert by hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many US gallons are in one liter?

1 L = 0.264172 gal.

How do I convert liters to US gallons?

Use gal = L ÷ 3.78541178. For example, 25 L = 6.6043 gal.

Is the converter accurate?

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

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