Liters to Gallons Converter
Convert liters to US gallons and UK gallons instantly. Free online volume converter with conversion table and formula.
Why Convert Volume from Liters to Gallons?
The gallon is the standard unit of volume used in the United States for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and beverages. If you're traveling to the US, understanding American fuel prices, or following American recipes, you'll need to convert liters to gallons.
This conversion is essential for fuel economy comparisons, cooking with American recipes, understanding US product sizes, and international shipping calculations.
What is a Liter?
The liter (L) is a metric unit of volume widely used around the world. It is the standard unit for measuring liquid volumes in most countries.
- One liter equals 1,000 milliliters (mL)
- One liter equals 0.264172 US gallons
- One liter equals 0.219969 UK gallons
- One liter of water weighs approximately 1 kilogram
What is a Gallon?
The gallon is a unit of volume used in the imperial system. Note that there are two types of gallons:
- US Gallon: 3.78541 liters (used in the United States)
- UK/Imperial Gallon: 4.54609 liters (used in the United Kingdom)
- One US gallon equals 128 US fluid ounces
- One US gallon equals 4 US quarts
Liters to Gallons Conversion Formula
To convert liters to US gallons, use the following formula:
To convert liters to UK gallons:
Conversion Table: Liters to Gallons
Here is a quick reference table for common volume conversions:
| Liters (L) | US Gallons | UK Gallons | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 L | 0.264 gal | 0.220 gal | Small bottle |
| 2.00 L | 0.528 gal | 0.440 gal | Large bottle |
| 3.79 L | 1.000 gal | 0.833 gal | Equals 1 US gallon |
| 5.00 L | 1.321 gal | 1.100 gal | Jerry can |
| 10.00 L | 2.642 gal | 2.200 gal | Water container |
| 20.00 L | 5.283 gal | 4.399 gal | Fuel can |
| 40.00 L | 10.567 gal | 8.799 gal | Car fuel tank (small) |
| 50.00 L | 13.209 gal | 10.998 gal | Car fuel tank (medium) |
| 60.00 L | 15.850 gal | 13.198 gal | Car fuel tank (large) |
| 100.00 L | 26.417 gal | 21.997 gal | Large container |
| 200.00 L | 52.834 gal | 43.994 gal | Barrel |
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Convert liters to US gallons instantly. To do it by hand, multiply the liters by 0.264172 — so 10 liters = 2.64 gallons. The liter is the metric unit of volume; the US gallon equals exactly 3.785411784 liters. (The UK imperial gallon is larger, about 4.546 liters.)
How do I convert liters to gallons?
- Enter the volume in liters.
- The result in US gallons appears automatically.
- Handy for fuel, recipes, and container sizes.
What is the liters to gallons formula?
US gallons = liters × 0.264172
Quick estimate: divide the liters by about 3.79.
Quick reference
| Liters | US Gallons |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.26 gal |
| 5 L | 1.32 gal |
| 10 L | 2.64 gal |
| 50 L | 13.21 gal |
Frequently asked questions
How many gallons is 10 liters?
10 liters is about 2.64 US gallons.
Is this US or UK gallons?
This converter uses US gallons (3.785 L). UK imperial gallons are larger, at about 4.546 L.
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