Use this reliable liters to gallons converter to easily switch between the metric system (liters) and the US customary system (gallons). Scroll down to find the detailed conversion chart and step-by-step instructions for converting liters to gallons accurately. You can also perform liters to gallons conversions with this handy tool.

How to Convert Liters to Gallons

To convert liters (L) to gallons (gal), multiply the volume in liters by the precise conversion factor:

0.264172 gallons per liter

Since one liter equals 0.264172 gallons, you can use this straightforward formula for conversion:

gallons = liters × 0.264172

Conversion Examples

Let’s apply the formula with practical examples to understand how the conversion works:

Convert 5 Liters to Gallons

gallons = 5 L × 0.264172 = 1.32086 gal

Convert 10 Liters to Gallons

gallons = 10 L × 0.264172 = 2.64172 gal

Liters to Gallons Conversion Chart

How Many Gallons Are in a Liter?

There are approximately 0.264172 gallons in a liter.

To put it simply:

• 1 liter ≈ 0.264172 US gallons
• If you're using Imperial gallons (used in the UK), then:
  1 liter ≈ 0.219969 Imperial gallons