Liter to Gallon Converter
To convert liters to US gallons, divide the volume value by 3.78541.
Interactive liter ↔ gallon Converter (US)
Formula: gal (US) = L ÷ 3.78541 · L = gal × 3.78541
Quick Conversion Formula
US gallons = liters ÷ 3.78541
Common Liter to Gallon Conversions (US)
| Liters (L) | Gallons (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.264 |
| 5 | 1.321 |
| 10 | 2.642 |
| 20 | 5.283 |
| 50 | 13.209 |
| 100 | 26.417 |
Real-World Examples
- A 10-liter bucket holds about 2.64 US gallons.
- A typical car fuel tank (50 L) is about 13.2 US gallons.
- A 1-liter bottle equals about 0.26 US gallons.
US Gallon vs Imperial Gallon
This page uses US gallons. One US gallon equals 3.78541 liters. An Imperial gallon (used in the UK) equals 4.54609 liters, which is larger than a US gallon.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is mixing up US gallons and Imperial gallons. Always check which gallon unit is being used.
FAQ
How many liters are in 1 US gallon? 1 US gallon equals 3.78541 liters.
Is a US gallon the same as a UK gallon? No. A UK (Imperial) gallon is larger.
Which gallon is used in the United States? The US gallon.