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Convert Liters to Gallons (US) (L to gal)
Exact formula, conversion factors, live calculator, and reference charts for liters to gallons (us).
Method reviewed:Exact defined factors — international yard and pound (1959), US customary gallon and cup, SI — the values NIST SP 811 lists · reviewed September 2026
1 liter is equal to about 0.26417 US gallons. To convert liters to US gallons, divide by 3.785411784.
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Quick reference conversion chart from 1 to 100 liters.
| Liters (L) | Gallons (US) (gal) | Mathematical Formula |
|---|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.2642 gal | 1 × 0.264172 |
| 2 L | 0.5283 gal | 2 × 0.264172 |
| 5 L | 1.3209 gal | 5 × 0.264172 |
| 10 L | 2.6417 gal | 10 × 0.264172 |
| 15 L | 3.9626 gal | 15 × 0.264172 |
| 20 L | 5.2834 gal | 20 × 0.264172 |
| 25 L | 6.6043 gal | 25 × 0.264172 |
| 50 L | 13.2086 gal | 50 × 0.264172 |
| 75 L | 19.8129 gal | 75 × 0.264172 |
| 100 L | 26.4172 gal | 100 × 0.264172 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a US gallon the same as a UK gallon?
No, and the difference is large enough to matter: a US gallon is 3.785 L, an imperial gallon is 4.546 L — about 20% bigger. This page uses the US gallon.
How many liters in a US gallon?
Exactly 3.785411784 L, defined from the US gallon being 231 cubic inches.
Why is the US gallon smaller?
It kept the old English wine gallon of 231 cubic inches, while Britain redefined its gallon in 1824 around ten pounds of water.