Liters to Gallons Converter
Convert liters (L) to US gallons (gal) instantly and accurately.
Convert liters to gallons instantly with this free online tool. Type a volume in liters and see the equivalent in US gallons right away, or type gallons to convert back. Everything runs in your browser — no sign-up and no waiting.
How to convert liters to gallons
To convert liters to US gallons, multiply the number of liters by 0.264172, because one US liquid gallon is defined as exactly 3.785411784 liters. For example, 10 liters × 0.264172 = 2.64172 gallons. This converter does the math for you and updates as you type.
- Enter the volume in liters in the first field.
- Read the result in US gallons in the second field.
- Type into the gallons field to convert in the other direction.
Why use this liters to gallons converter?
- 100% free with no ads, sign-up, or limits.
- Instant, two-way conversion as you type.
- Uses the exact US liquid gallon (3.785411784 liters).
- Runs entirely in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert liters to gallons?
US gallons = liters × 0.264172. Equivalently, multiply gallons by 3.785411784 to get liters.
How many gallons is 1 liter?
1 liter is about 0.264172 US gallons, just over a quarter of a gallon.
How do I convert 10 liters to gallons?
Multiply 10 by 0.264172 to get about 2.64172 US gallons.
Does this use US or imperial gallons?
This converter uses the US liquid gallon (3.785411784 liters). The imperial (UK) gallon is larger, at about 4.546 liters.