Liters to Gallons Converter (Liters to US Gallons)
1 liter = 0.2641720524 US gallons. To convert L to gal, multiply by 0.2641720524, or divide by 3.785411784.
How to convert Liters to Gallons
1 liter equals 0.2641720524 US gallons, so the conversion is a single multiplication.
gal = L × 0.2641720524
Example: 150 L × 0.2641720524 = 39.626 gal.
About the liter and the US gallon
Liter (L)
A liter is one cubic decimeter, or 1,000 cubic centimeters. Bottled drinks, fuel and engine sizes are sold in liters.
US Gallon (gal)
The US gallon is defined as 231 cubic inches, exactly 3.785411784 liters. It's about 17% smaller than the imperial (UK) gallon.
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How many US gallons are in a liter?
1 liter = 0.2641720524 US gallons.
How many liters are in a US gallon?
1 US gallon = 3.785411784 liters.
How do I convert L to gal?
Use gal = L × 0.2641720524. For example, 10 L = 2.642 gal.
Can I print this Liters to Gallons chart?
Yes. Use "Print / Save PDF" next to the converter for a one-page chart, or "Download CSV" to open it in Excel or Google Sheets.