Convert liters to US gallons, both ways.
Type liters and read the exact US gallons, or type gallons to convert back to liters. The result updates live, with imperial gallons, quarts and fluid ounces for context and a one-click copy.
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Edit either box. The formula is US gallons = liters divided by 3.78541, and liters = US gallons times 3.78541.
2.6417 galWhat this means
Common liters to US gallons values
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How the conversion works
The Liter-to-Gallon Conversion Factor
One liter equals approximately 0.2642 US gallons. Equivalently, 1 US gallon = 3.78541 liters. This converter uses the US liquid gallon, which is the standard in the United States. The UK Imperial gallon is different (4.546 L), see the FAQ section.
US Gallons vs UK Imperial Gallons
The US gallon (3.785 L) is about 20% smaller than the Imperial gallon (4.546 L) still used in the UK and some Commonwealth countries. When a Canadian or British source says 'gallon,' they often mean Imperial, always verify which one. This calculator uses US gallons.
Reference Conversions
1 L = 0.264 US gal. 5 L = 1.32 US gal. 10 L = 2.64 US gal. 50 L = 13.21 US gal. 100 L = 26.42 US gal (a small gas tank). 200 L = 52.83 US gal (oil drum capacity). 1 cubic meter (1000 L) = 264.17 US gal.
Common Uses
Fuel economy comparisons (European L/100km vs US mpg), recipe conversions (US cups vs European liters), fish tank sizing, fuel tank capacities, and beverage volumes all require this conversion. International packaging often shows both units.
Common questions
How many gallons is 10 liters?
10 L equals 2.64 US gallons (10 × 0.2642).
US vs UK gallon, what's the difference?
US gallon = 3.785 L. UK Imperial gallon = 4.546 L. The Imperial gallon is about 20% larger. UK pints, quarts, and fluid ounces are also larger than US equivalents.
How much is a US gallon of milk in liters?
1 US gallon = 3.785 L. A typical 'gallon of milk' jug in the US contains 3.785 L.
What's a typical car gas tank in liters?
US sedans: 45-65 L (12-17 US gal). SUVs: 70-100 L (18-26 US gal). Large pickups: 100-150 L (26-40 US gal).
How do liters relate to milliliters?
1 L = 1000 mL. So 1 mL = 0.001 L = 0.000264 US gal = 0.0338 US fluid oz.
All conversion runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded. 1 US gallon is exactly 3.78541 liters by definition, so these results are precise, not approximate. This tool uses the US liquid gallon.