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1 liter to gallons

Looking for 1 liter in gallons? The answer is 1 liter = 0.2642 gallons. This is handy when converting litres of fuel or liquid into US gallons. Below you'll find the exact formula, a worked example and a table of nearby values, plus a full converter for any other amount.

By MerQPrime Editorial TeamUpdated 2026-06-20Reviewed 2026-06-20Editorial policy

1 liters equals

0.2642 gallons

How 1 liters converts to gallons

To convert liter to gallons you apply the fixed conversion factor: gallons = liters × 0.264172. The relationship is linear, so 1 liter maps to exactly 0.2642 gallons with no rounding tricks. The same factor works for any quantity — just multiply your value by it.

gallons = liters × 0.264172

Worked example: 1 × (liters → gallons factor) = 0.2642 gallons. So 1 liter = 0.2642 gallons.

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Converted value

0.26

1.00 liters = 0.26 gallons

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liters to gallons reference table

litersgallons
10.2642
20.5283
51.3209
102.6417
205.2834
5013.2086

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Frequently asked questions

How many gallons is 1 liter?
1 liter = 0.2642 gallons. The conversion uses the standard factor, so the result is exact.
What is the formula to convert liters to gallons?
Use gallons = liters × 0.264172. Multiply any liters value by the factor to get the equivalent in gallons.
How do I convert a different liters value to gallons?
Open the liters to gallons converter and type any number — it applies the same formula instantly for amounts above and below 1 liter.
Why convert liters to gallons?
A common reason is converting litres of fuel or liquid into US gallons. Keeping a precise conversion handy avoids costly measurement mistakes.

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