This liters to gallons converter gives you the L to gal result instantly, in your browser, with the exact ratio so you can verify it. 1 liter is about 0.264172 gallons, and going the other way, 1 gallon is 3.78541 liters. Liters are part of the metric system used in most countries; gallons are a US customary unit.
To convert by hand, multiply the number of liters by 0.264172. For example, 10 liters is 2.64172 gallons and 100 liters is 26.4172 gallons. The table below lists the most requested values, and the converter above accepts decimals for anything in between.
L to gal formula
gal = L × 0.264172
1 liter is about 0.264172 gallons. Multiply the value in liters by that factor to get gallons.
Liters to Gallons conversion table
| liters | gallons | Rounded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.264172 gal | 0.264 |
| 2 L | 0.528344 gal | 0.528 |
| 3 L | 0.792516 gal | 0.793 |
| 4 L | 1.05669 gal | 1.06 |
| 5 L | 1.32086 gal | 1.32 |
| 6 L | 1.58503 gal | 1.59 |
| 7 L | 1.8492 gal | 1.85 |
| 8 L | 2.11338 gal | 2.11 |
| 9 L | 2.37755 gal | 2.38 |
| 10 L | 2.64172 gal | 2.64 |
| 12 L | 3.17006 gal | 3.17 |
| 15 L | 3.96258 gal | 3.96 |
| 20 L | 5.28344 gal | 5.28 |
| 25 L | 6.6043 gal | 6.6 |
| 30 L | 7.92516 gal | 7.93 |
| 40 L | 10.5669 gal | 10.6 |
| 50 L | 13.2086 gal | 13.2 |
| 60 L | 15.8503 gal | 15.9 |
| 70 L | 18.492 gal | 18.5 |
| 75 L | 19.8129 gal | 19.8 |
| 80 L | 21.1338 gal | 21.1 |
| 90 L | 23.7755 gal | 23.8 |
| 100 L | 26.4172 gal | 26.4 |
| 150 L | 39.6258 gal | 39.6 |
| 200 L | 52.8344 gal | 52.8 |
| 250 L | 66.043 gal | 66 |
| 300 L | 79.2516 gal | 79.3 |
| 500 L | 132.086 gal | 132 |
| 750 L | 198.129 gal | 198 |
| 1,000 L | 264.172 gal | 264 |
Frequently asked questions
How many gallons are in 5 liters?
5 L = 1.32086 gal. Multiply 5 by 0.264172, the number of gallons in one liter. The converter on this page does the same arithmetic for any value, including decimals.
What is the formula to convert liters to gallons?
gal = L × 0.264172. The factor comes from the definitions of the units: 1 liter is about 0.264172 gallons. Worked example: 12 L = 3.17006 gal.
Is 30 L the same as 7.92516 gal?
Yes. 30 L = 7.92516 gal. Rounded to four decimals it is 7.925 gal.
How do I convert gallons back to liters?
Divide by 0.264172, or multiply by 3.78541: 1 gallon is 3.78541 liters. The gallons to liters page linked above lists common values the other way.
Is the L to gal conversion exact?
1 liter is about 0.264172 gallons. The ratio is a defined constant but produces a long decimal, so this page rounds to six significant digits, which is more precision than any everyday measurement needs.