1 Liter to Gallons Converter

1 Liter to Gallons

Quick answer: 1 liter = 0.2642 US gallons. This page shows you how to convert 1 liter to gallons with the formula, examples, and a handy conversion table for nearby values.

How to Convert 1 Liter to Gallons

Formula: gallons = liters × 0.264172

Calculation:
1 × 0.264172 = 0.2642 gallons

Result: 1 liter = 0.2642 US gallons

1 Liter in Gallons

1 liter equals
0.2642
US gallons
1 L × 0.264172 = 0.2642 gal

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Liters to Gallons Conversion Table (Around 1 Liter)

LitersGallons
0.50.1321
0.750.1981
10.2642
1.50.3963
LitersGallons
20.5283
2.50.6604
30.7925

Understanding 1 Liter

1 Liter in Context

1 liter equals about a quarter of a US gallon. A standard water bottle is often 1 liter, while a gallon jug holds nearly 4 times that amount.

Quick Reference

1 liter = 0.2642 US gallons = 33.814 fl oz

Also equals approximately 4.227 US cups or 2.113 US pints.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 liter in gallons?
1 liter equals approximately 0.2642 US gallons.
How do you convert 1 liter to gallons?
Multiply 1 by 0.264172. The calculation is: 1 × 0.264172 = 0.2642 gallons.
Is 1 liter more than 1 gallon?
No, 1 liter is much less than 1 gallon. One US gallon contains approximately 3.785 liters, so a liter is only about 26% of a gallon.
How many liters make a gallon?
It takes approximately 3.785 liters to make one US gallon.
What is 1 liter in fluid ounces?
1 liter equals approximately 33.814 US fluid ounces.