Liter to Gallon Converter
Quickly and accurately convert volume measurements from liters to gallons with our free online Liter to Gallon Converter. Perfect for cooking, fuel measurement, and more.
Common Conversions
| Liters (L) | US Gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.264172 gal |
| 2 L | 0.528344 gal |
| 3.785 L | 1 gal |
| 5 L | 1.32086 gal |
| 10 L | 2.64172 gal |
| 20 L | 5.28344 gal |
| 50 L | 13.2086 gal |
| 100 L | 26.4172 gal |
How It Works
Converting from liters (L) to US gallons (gal) is a common volume conversion, especially when dealing with liquids in international contexts, cooking, or fuel measurements.
Conversion Formula:
1 liter = 0.264172 US gallons
To convert liters to US gallons, multiply the liter value by 0.264172:
US Gallons = Liters × 0.264172
Example Calculation:
To convert 5 liters to US gallons:
US Gallons = 5 L × 0.264172 = 1.32086 gal
Our converter handles this calculation automatically and provides results with up to 9 decimal places for precision. It also formats the result to remove unnecessary trailing zeros for better readability.
Note on Different Gallon Measurements:
This converter uses the US liquid gallon (3.785 liters). The UK (imperial) gallon is different and equals 4.546 liters. Make sure you’re using the appropriate conversion for your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a liter?
A liter (L) is a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters or 1 cubic decimeter. It’s commonly used worldwide for measuring the volume of liquids and some solids. One liter of water weighs approximately 1 kilogram at 4°C.
What is a US gallon?
A US gallon (gal) is a unit of volume in the US customary system, equal to 231 cubic inches or about 3.785 liters. It’s commonly used in the United States for measuring large volumes of liquids, particularly fuel, milk, and other consumer products.
What’s the difference between US and UK gallons?
The US gallon (3.785 liters) is smaller than the UK (imperial) gallon (4.546 liters). This means 1 UK gallon is approximately 1.2 US gallons. This converter uses the US gallon, which is the standard in the United States.
Why would I need to convert liters to gallons?
This conversion is commonly needed when traveling between countries that use different measurement systems, following recipes from different regions, calculating fuel economy (liters per 100km vs. miles per gallon), or working with equipment and containers manufactured in different countries.
How accurate is this converter?
Our converter uses the standard conversion factor of 0.264172 US gallons per liter, which is accurate to the commonly accepted international standard. The calculator can display results with up to 9 decimal places for high precision needs.
How do I convert gallons back to liters?
To convert from US gallons to liters, multiply the gallon value by 3.78541. Alternatively, you can use our Gallon to Liter Converter for quick and accurate conversions.