How to use the Volume Converter
- Enter the value to convert.
- Choose the unit you have and the unit you want.
- Press Convert. The table below shows the value in every unit.
Formula
Every unit is defined by its exact size in litres. To convert, multiply by the “from” factor and divide by the “to” factor.
| Unit | In litres |
|---|---|
| Millilitre (mL) | 0.001 |
| Litre (L) | 1 |
| Cubic metre (m³) | 1,000 |
| Cubic centimetre (cm³) | 0.001 |
| Teaspoon (US) | 0.004928921594 |
| Tablespoon (US) | 0.014786764781 |
| Fluid ounce (US) | 0.029573529563 |
| Cup (US) | 0.2365882365 |
| Pint (US) | 0.473176473 |
| Quart (US) | 0.946352946 |
| Gallon (US) | 3.785411784 |
| Pint (UK) | 0.56826125 |
| Gallon (UK) | 4.54609 |
| Cubic foot (ft³) | 28.316846592 |
| Cubic inch (in³) | 0.016387064 |
Examples
- 2 L = 0.5283 US gal.
- 1 UK gallon = 1.2009 US gallons.
Frequently asked questions
Why are US and UK gallons different?
The US kept an older wine-gallon definition (231 cubic inches), while the UK redefined its gallon in 1824 as the volume of 10 lb of water.