Last updated: September 16, 2026
Quick answer: To convert liters to US gallons, multiply by 0.264172. So 10 L = 2.64172 gal.
Liter to Gallon (US)
Instantly convert liter to gallon (us) with fast, accurate, real-time results.
Liters are the metric unit of volume; gallons are the imperial unit used for fuel and large containers in the US. This converter uses the US gallon — note that the UK gallon is about 20% larger.
How to convert liters to US gallons
Multiply the number of liters by 0.264172052 (which is 1 ÷ 3.785411784). One US gallon is exactly 3.785411784 liters.
To go the other way, use the gallons to liters converter.
Step-by-step
- Write down the value in liters (for example, 10 L).
- Multiply it by 0.264172.
- The result is the value in US gallons (10 L = 2.64172 gal).
- Round to the precision you need using the tool above.
Worked example
Convert 10 liters to US gallons:
So 10 liters is 2.64172 US gallons.
Liters to US gallons conversion table
| Liters (L) | Us gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.264172 gal |
| 2 L | 0.528344 gal |
| 5 L | 1.32086 gal |
| 10 L | 2.64172 gal |
| 20 L | 5.28344 gal |
| 40 L | 10.5669 gal |
| 50 L | 13.2086 gal |
| 75 L | 19.8129 gal |
| 100 L | 26.4172 gal |
| 200 L | 52.8344 gal |
Understanding your result
The conversion is exact for the US gallon; the only rounding is from the decimals you display.
Accuracy & limitations
This uses the US liquid gallon (3.785411784 L exactly). The UK (imperial) gallon is 4.54609 L — a different unit, so check which gallon a figure refers to.
Frequently asked questions
How many US gallons are in a liter?
One liter equals 0.264172 US gallons.
How do I convert liters to US gallons?
Multiply by 0.264172. For example, 10 L × 0.264172 = 2.64172 gal.
What is 10 liters in US gallons?
10 liters is 2.64172 US gallons.
How do I convert US gallons back to liters?
Use the gallons to liters converter.
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