Liters to Gallons (L to gal) Converter
1 liter equals 0.26417205 US gallons — multiply liters by 0.26417205 to convert. Because a US gallon is 3.785412 liters, roughly four liters make one gallon.
The formula
To convert liters to gallons, multiply by the exact factor:
gal = L × 0.26417205
For example, 20 L × 0.26417205 = 5.28 gal. To reverse it, divide by 0.26417205 (or multiply by 3.785412).
Conversion table
| Liters (L) | Gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.26417205 |
| 2 | 0.5283441 |
| 3 | 0.79251615 |
| 5 | 1.32086025 |
| 10 | 2.6417205 |
| 25 | 6.60430125 |
| 50 | 13.2086025 |
| 100 | 26.417205 |
| 500 | 132.086025 |
| 1000 | 264.17205 |
How to convert online
- Type the number of liters in the first box.
- Read the gallon result instantly in the second box.
- Enter a gallon value to convert back the other way.
Use the Liter to Gallon Converter — free and instant in your browser.
Where this conversion is used
Liters to gallons is common at the fuel pump, in automotive specs, and for tanks, aquariums and pool volumes when equipment is sold in US gallons but capacity is quoted in liters. It also helps travellers compare fuel economy and drink sizes between metric and US-customary regions.
FAQ
How many gallons are in a liter?
One liter equals 0.26417205 US gallons. So 10 liters is about 2.64 gallons.
What is the formula to convert liters to gallons?
Multiply the liter value by 0.26417205: gal = L × 0.26417205.
How do I convert gallons back to liters?
Divide by 0.26417205, or multiply by 3.785412. For example, 2.6417205 gal ÷ 0.26417205 = 10 liters.
Is this a US or imperial gallon?
This converter uses the US liquid gallon (3.785412 L). An imperial gallon is larger at 4.54609 L, giving about 0.21997 gal per liter.
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