Litres to Gallons Converter
Convert litres to US gallons instantly. 1 L equals 0.264172 US gallons. This page uses the US gallon (3.785411784 L) — the UK gallon is larger, at 4.54609 L. Use the converter above, or the formula, worked example and table below for common volumes.
Live formula: 1 l → gallon
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How to Use the Litres to Gallons Converter
- 1. Enter a value in the left input field — the converter is already set to Liter (L) to Gallon (US).
- 2. Read the instant converted value and review the live formula line.
- 3. Use the swap button to reverse the direction, or copy either amount.
- 4. Check the table below for common litres to gallons conversions.
Litres to Gallons Converter Formula
US gallons = litres ÷ 3.785411784
Worked example: 50 L ÷ 3.785411784 = 13.2086 US gallons — A typical car fuel tank.
Liter (L) to Gallon (US) Conversion Table
| From Unit | To Unit | Input | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 0.5 | 0.132086 |
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 1 | 0.264172 |
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 2 | 0.528344 |
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 5 | 1.32086 |
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 10 | 2.641721 |
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 20 | 5.283441 |
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 50 | 13.208603 |
| Liter (L) | Gallon (US) | 100 | 26.417205 |
Did You Know?
- This converter uses the US gallon: 1 US gal = 3.785411784 L. The UK gallon is 4.54609 L, about 20% larger.
- A typical car fuel tank holds 40–60 litres — 10.57 to 15.85 US gallons.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many gallons is 1 litre?
1 litre equals 0.264172 US gallons. This converter uses the US gallon (3.785411784 L).
What is the difference between US and UK gallons?
A US gallon is 3.785 litres, while a UK (imperial) gallon is 4.546 litres — about 20% larger. A volume in UK gallons is a smaller number than the same volume in US gallons.
How many litres is a UK gallon?
1 UK gallon equals 4.54609 litres, compared with 3.78541 litres for a US gallon.
How many gallons is a 50 L fuel tank?
A 50-litre fuel tank holds 13.21 US gallons (50 ÷ 3.785411784 = 13.2086 US gal).